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 childrens 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:aaaaaaaaa a new chapter on What is theory and what is learning?aaaaaaaaa a new chapter on NThe Changing nature of learningOThere is also a new companion website which features:aaaaaaaaa journal articles to read alongside each chapteraaaaaaaaa podcasts from the authors explaining the key points on each topic aaaaaaaaa links to video material discussing key theories and methods.You can access the books online materials at study.sagepub.com/grayandmacblain2eAccessibly 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.For access to the website
An Introduction to Learning Theories The Developmental Process Underpinning Learning: The Role of Theory and Philosophy The Founding Fathers and Philosophies of Learning Classical and Operant Conditioning: The Early Years Experience Piaget, Learning and Cognitive Constructivism Vygotsky: Learning in a Social Matrix Bandura, Bronfenbrenner and Social Learning Bruner and Discovery Learning/Constructivism New Perspectives: Childhood Studies Theory in Practice: Learning and the Reflective Practitioner The Changing Nature of Learning
Accessing your eBook through Kortext
Once purchased, you can view your eBook through the Kortext app, available to download for Windows, Android and iOS devices. Once you have downloaded the app, your eBook will be available on your Kortext digital bookshelf and can even be downloaded to view offline anytime, anywhere, helping you learn without limits.
In addition, you'll have access to Kortext's smart study tools including highlighting, notetaking, copy and paste, and easy reference export.
To download the Kortext app, head to your device's app store or visit https://app.kortext.com to sign up and read through your browser.
NB: eBook is only available for a single-user licence (i.e. not for multiple / networked users).