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| Description |
It is essential that adults working with young children are able to recognise and identify schema learning, and understand the opportunities for learning, as well knowing how to support and develop the schema appropriately, in order to extend children's thinking. Good observations skills are a key element and the book features a Child Observation Schedule. Rich with case studies and examples, the authors provide an accessible insight into:
Thinking Children will help you feel more confident and knowledgeable about extending schema learning, whether you are a student on a course in early childhood or whether you are a more experienced practitioner in an early years setting. |
| Author Biography |
Pam Cubey was formerly Senior Lecturer and Professional Development Facilitator at Wellington College of Education, New Zealand, Research Associate for the Centres of Innovation Programme, Researcher with the New Zealand Council for Educational Research, and carried out a needs analysis of early childhood provisions for the Tongan government.
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| Table of Contents |
List of figures and tables Acknowledgements Researching schemas Curriculum and pedagogy: connecting to young children's thinking Schema development in nine children Outcomes for children from supported schema learning Schema interests and early literacy at the Wilton Playcentre Children's learning and professional learning Appendix References Index |
