Beginning Teaching: An Introduction to Early Years Education - Tapa blanda

Reseña del editor

A text about educating young children in their early years of schooling, which should be of interest to those planning a career teaching 4-8 year-olds.

Reseña del editor

Beginning Teaching is about educating young children in their early years of schooling and is essential reading for all those planning a career teaching 4-8 year olds. It assumes no prior knowledge and is well written and concise.

The book contains many practical examples gained from the author's 15 years as a teacher and researcher in first school classrooms and provides real insight into the lives of pupils, students and early years teachers. Chapters on the reality of classroom practice, the organization and management of first schools, and on reforming the curriculum, have been contributed by experienced practitioners.

Beginning Teaching covers a wide range of issues including an introduction to young children's thinking, knowledge and behaviour. It also gives detailed information on how and where to apply for teacher training courses, and includes sections on the Scottish, Northern Irish, Welsh and English education systems.