In today's climate of multi-professional working, this book examines how children from the ages of 3 to 11 are educated, in the educational and social context of the Every Child Matters (ECM) agenda. Issues discussed include social justice, diversity and inclusion, the child in society, and working with families. Case studies are provided in each chapter, along with activities, suggestions for further reading and useful websites.
In today's climate of multi-professional working, this book examines how children from the ages of 3 to 11 are educated, in the educational and social...
Most classrooms contain children from a variety of backgrounds, where home culture, religious beliefs and the family's economic situation all impact on achievement. This needs to be recognized by teachers in order to establish fair, respectful, trusting and constructive relationships with children and their families, which will allow every child to reach their full potential.
Dealing with some of the less widely addressed aspects of diversity and inclusion, this book looks at real issues that affect teachers in the classroom, and examines a variety of influences affecting child...
Most classrooms contain children from a variety of backgrounds, where home culture, religious beliefs and the family's economic situation all impac...
How can adults in early years and primary schools fully embrace the diverse nature of family life of the children they are working with? This essential text will help students and those already working with children to understand both theoretically and practically, what may constitute a 'family'.
How can adults in early years and primary schools fully embrace the diverse nature of family life of the children they are working with? This essentia...
Thinking Through Ethics and Values in Primary Education is an accessible text that encourages readers to explore deeply the ethics and values surrounding primary education. The text helps the reader to critically reflect on the principles that underpin education. Specifically written for education students in the later years of their course, the text draws on research and practice to explore the challenges and opportunities involved, while helping to develop the reader's own critical thinking skills.
The book begins by asking 'what are ethics and values?' and goes on to...
Thinking Through Ethics and Values in Primary Education is an accessible text that encourages readers to explore deeply the ethics and values s...
Fully updated with the significant changes in legislation relating to inclusive practice, this 3rd edition encourages the practice of inclusion with discussions and guidance on how to build an inclusive environment. Encouraging debate and reflection when relating to the teaching of children from a diverse range of background, it provides support to teachers who work with children with English as an additional language; gifted children; children with autism or physical and sensory disabilities; children who have been bereaved; children with lesbian, bi or gay parents and children in care....
Fully updated with the significant changes in legislation relating to inclusive practice, this 3rd edition encourages the practice of inclusion wit...
Fully updated with the significant changes in legislation relating to inclusive practice, this 3rd edition encourages the practice of inclusion with discussions and guidance on how to build an inclusive environment. Encouraging debate and reflection when relating to the teaching of children from a diverse range of background, it provides support to teachers who work with children with English as an additional language; gifted children; children with autism or physical and sensory disabilities; children who have been bereaved; children with lesbian, bi or gay parents and children in care....
Fully updated with the significant changes in legislation relating to inclusive practice, this 3rd edition encourages the practice of inclusion wit...
