1st Edition
Advanced Work-based Practice in the Early Years A Guide for Students
Inspired by the first-hand experiences of those studying early childhood education and care, this book supports students as they gain advanced knowledge and skills, and embark on the journey from inexperienced student to graduate professional.
Bringing together advanced theory, links to research, and illustrative case studies, Advanced Work-based Practice in the Early Years enables students to consolidate learning by applying theory to practice and identifying the skills, knowledge and personal traits which will help them succeed as a graduate practitioner. Chapters address a wealth of topical issues relating to both the development of the child and the student’s own professional development. Areas of focus include ethical practice, safeguarding and child protection, the voice of the child, the role of the mentor, observation, assessment and the social and cultural factors which may impact on a child’s development.
Including reflective activities, practical tips, and examples of student experience throughout, this is an essential text for all early years students as they make the transition from academic study to professional practice.
Acknowledgments
Chapter One: Ethical Practice in the Early Years - Mary A Dyer
Chapter Two: Social, cultural and economic factors shaping children’s learning and development - Nicola Firth
Chapter 3: The Unique Child - Julie Daton
Chapter Four: Listening and Responding to Children’s Voice - Wayne Bailey, Judith Hunter and Frances Marsden
Chapter Five: Becoming an Advanced Practitioner - Amanda Crow and Wayne Bailey
Chapter Six: Safeguarding in practice - Amanda Crow and Lindsey Watson
Chapter Seven: A Creative Curriculum - Alison Ryan
Chapter Eight: Communication and Language - Jo McEvoy
Chapter Nine: Advanced academic skills and your major study - Lindsey Watson and Andrew Youde
Chapter Ten: Work-based Practice: your next steps - Samantha McMahon and Kate Aspin
Index
Biography
Samantha McMahon is Principal Lecturer and Complex Pathway Leader for a range of early years courses at the University of Huddersfield, UK.
Mary Dyer is Senior Lecturer in Early Years at the University of Huddersfield, UK.