Early Childhood Education: Becoming a Professional

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Product details:

• ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1412973457
• ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1412973458
• Author: Kimberly A. Gordon Biddle (Author), Ana G. Garcia-Nevarez (Author), Wanda J. Roundtree Henderson (Author), Alicia Valero-Kerrick (Author)

Early Childhood Education: Becoming a Professional is an inspiring introduction to the world of early childhood education, preparing the teachers of tomorrow to reach their full potential in their schools and communities. Written by a diverse and experienced author team, this text engages readers to connect contemporary educational and developmental theory and research to developmentally appropriate practices and applications that are easily implemented in the classroom. In response to today′s ever-changing educational environment, the text focuses on both the importance of taking personal and professional responsibility, as well as today′s issues in diversity―from supporting children with exceptionalities to supporting children and families in broader cultural contexts.

Table contents:

Part I: Foundations of Early Childhood Education

1. The Early Childhood Teacher

2. History of Early Childhood Education

3. Types of Progams and Services

Part II: Development and Early Childhood Education

4. Learning Theories5. Child Development and Milestones

Part III: The Early Childhood Classroom

6. Assessment and Evaluation through Observation

7. Exceptional Children in Early Care and Education

8. Diversity in Early Care and Education

9. Guidance in Early Care and Education

Part IV: Implementing the Early Childhood Curriculum

10. Play and the Learning Environment

11. Emotional and Social Development

12. Language and Literacy Development

13. Mathematics, Science, and Technology

14. Movement, Health, and the Physical Curriculum

Part V: Trends and Issues in Early Childhood Education

15. Engaging Parents, Families, and the Community

16. Early Childhood Education PoliciesGlossaryIndexAbout the Authors

Title tag:

1. Advancing Your Career in Early Childhood Education: Essential Insights for Professionals
2. Navigating the Path to Professionalism in Early Childhood Education
3. Early Childhood Education Expertise: Strategies for Professional Growth and Development