The First Years At School by Anning

The First Years At School by Anning

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A discussion of the education and teaching of four to eight-year-olds. This book explores the different issues involved from the historical and ideological traditions of schooling facilities to the current debate on utilitarianism versus child-centred progressivism.

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The First Years At School by Anning

This is a reflective discussion of the education of 4 to 8 year olds based on a sympathetic recognition of the complexities of being an early years teacher. Angela Anning begins by reviewing the historical and ideological traditions of British infant and primary schools, tracing how we have reached the position where teachers are torn between child-centred progressivism and utilitarian demands in educating young children. She then provides a critique of accepted thinking about the cognitive, social and emotional development of children and explores the complexities of teachers' roles, particularly in the areas of language, intervention and expectations. She discusses the organization of the classroom, the structuring of learning through the school day and the content of the curriculum. She tackles the implications of the National Curriculum and national assessment for seven year olds and their impact on pre-fives and children with special educational needs.
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ISBN 13 9780335095926
ISBN 10 0335095925
Title The First Years At School
Author Anning
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Open University Press
Year published 1991-04-16
Number of pages 168
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.