Binding: Paperback
Description: Challenging dominant discourses in the field of early childhood education this book provides an accessible introduction to some of the alternative narratives and diverse perspectives that are increasingly to be heard in this field as well as discussing the importance of paradigm politics and ethics. Peter Moss draws on material published in the groundbreaking Contesting Early Childhood series to introduce readers to thinking that questions the mainstream approach to early childhood education and to offer rich examples to illustrate how this thinking is being put to work in practice. Key topics addressed include: dominant discourses in today's early childhood education and what is meant by dominant discourse why politics and ethics are the starting points for early childhood education Reggio Emilia as an example of an alternative narrative the relevance to early childhood education of thinkers such as Michel Foucault and Gilles Deleuze and of theoretical positions such as posthumanism. An enlightening read for students and practitioners as well as policymakers academics and parents this book is intended for anyone who wants to think more about early childhood education and delve deeper into new perspectives and debates in this field.
Title: Alternative Narratives In Early Childhood An Introduction For Students And Practitioners
Author(s): Moss Peter (Institute Of Education University College London Uk)
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
Barcode: 9781138291553
Pages: 192 Pages, 1 Tables, Black And White
Publication Date: 7/19/2018
Series: Contesting Early Childhood
Category: Pre-School & Kindergarten