Students on education courses, including ITT and early years students, need to know the different theories relating to 'how children learn'. This text explores well known theories around how children learn, covering theories of children's development and learning, learning through play, creativity and learning as well as inclusive learning among others. It balances concise information about the theories and theorists themselves with critical thinking activities to encourage the reader to consider the validity of these theories, and develop their own views on the nature of children's learning. Practical examples and case studies help the reader to connect theory with practice. INDICE: PART ONE: THINKING THROUGH CHILD DEVELOPMENT AND LEARNINGEarly Theories of Learning and Development Psychology, Cognition and Learning Psychology, Behaviour and Learning Contemporary Notions of Learning PART TWO: Thinking Through Play, Creativity and LearningMajor Theorists and PlayPlay Across the EY and Primary CurriculumWhat Is Creativity and Why Is It Important for Learning? Creativity in the Primary Curriculum PART THREE: Thinking Through Disability, SEN, Diversity, Families and LearningDisability and Learning SEN and Learning Diversity and LearningParents and Families PART FOUR: Quick Reference Guide to Theories and Theorists Covered in the Book (an A-Z)
- ISBN: 978-1-4462-7398-2
- Editorial: Learning Matters
- Encuadernacion: Rústica
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