Philosophy of Early Childhood Education: Transforming Narratives provides an insightful reflection on some contemporary issues and theories underpinning early childhood education. The essays in this volume penned by an international group of educators are both critical and transformative, offering new insights on the practices and policies within early childhood education.
Provides a critical reflection on some current issues within early childhood education
Offers perspectives outside traditional narratives of early childhood
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Philosophy of Early Childhood Education: Transforming Narratives provides an insightful reflection on some contemporary issues and theories und...
In Western society, early childhood education is under increasing scrutiny as early education is becoming integral to economic growth and development. This scrutiny, however, is diminishing the concern for the role of ethics and social participation in education. Inspired by contemporary French philosopher Paul Ricoeur's work on narrative identity, this book analyzes the way we become who we are, offering innovative perspectives on education and on the nature of our 'selves.'
In Western society, early childhood education is under increasing scrutiny as early education is becoming integral to economic growth and development....
