Learning Theories in Childhood
Learning Theories in Childhood by Colette Gray, published by SAGE Publications on October 7, 2015, is a comprehensive exploration of early learning philosophies and key theorists such as Locke, Rousseau, Montessori, and Vygotsky. This second edition, comprising 240 pages, provides an overview of children’s learning while highlighting the strengths and weaknesses of various theoretical perspectives. The text encourages readers to reflect on how these approaches influence learning environments, concluding with a discussion on the new sociology of childhood.
In this edition, readers will find new chapters addressing the nature of theory and learning, as well as the evolving landscape of learning itself. The book features a companion website that includes journal articles, podcasts from the authors, and video materials discussing key theories and methods. With accessible writing and included key questions and recommended readings, this book serves as a valuable resource for those studying child development and early childhood education, as well as anyone interested in understanding how children learn and think.
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Focusing on the early philosophies of learning and key behavioural, cognitive, and social theorists, including Locke, Rousseau, Montessori, Piaget, Vygotsky, Bandura, Bronfenbrenner & Bruner, this popular book provides a comprehensive overview of children’s learning. The authors highlight the strengths and weaknesses of each theoretical perspective, and encourage reflection on how different approaches impact on the learning environment. The discussion finishes with an exploration of the new sociology of childhood.
New to this Second Edition are:
· a new chapter on ‘What is theory and what is learning?
· a new chapter on ‘The Changing nature of learning’
There is also a new companion website which features:
· journal articles to read alongside each chapter
· podcasts from the authors explaining the key points on each topic
· links to video material discussing key theories and methods.
You can access the books online materials at study.sagepub.com/grayandmacblain2e
Accessibly written, with key questions and recommended reading included, this book is essential for all those studying on child development, early childhood and childhood studies courses, and for anyone interested in understanding more about how children learn and think.
Colette Gray is Head of Research Development and Principal Lecturer in Childhood Studies at Stanmillis University College, Belfast, and Sean MacBlain is Reader in Child Development and Disability at the University of St. Mark & St. John, Plymouth.
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