A Developmental Approach to Educating Young Children / Edition 1

by Denise Daniels, Patricia K. Clarkson

Overview

Launch young learners on positive pathways through school!

The first in the Classroom Insights From Educational Psychology series, this book gives Pre K–3 teachers valuable insight into how current research and theory from educational psychology can be applied to create a child-centered learning environment. Through vignettes, practice exercises, games, and reflection questions, readers gain a deeper understanding of:

• How children develop from the early years to middle childhood
• The importance of fostering positive teacher-child, child-child, and caregiver-child relationships
• Developmentally appropriate classroom practices that foster learning
• Children’s experiences with technology and outdoor environments

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781412981149
Publisher:	SAGE Publications
Publication date:	08/16/2010
Series:	Classroom Insights from Educational Psychology
Pages:	197
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 8.90(h) x 0.60(d)
Age Range:	3 Months

About the Author

Denise Daniels is a professor of child development at California Polytechnic State University at San Luis Obispo, and a former associate professor of educational psychology at Northern Illinois University. She received her Ph.D. in Education and Developmental Studies from UCLA in 1992. She draws from nearly 20 years of experience teaching educators and other child professionals at undergraduate and graduate levels. Denise’s research focuses on children’s adjustment and motivation to learn in school, and the development of children’s and teachers’ psychological understandings and beliefs about education. She is involved in a variety of community and state endeavors to promote high quality early educational practices.

Table of Contents

Acknowledgments
About the Authors
Preface to the Classroom Insights from Educational Psychology Series
Introduction
1. Developmental Perspectives and Educational Practice: Viewing Children and Teachers in the Big Picture
2. Early School Adjustment: Fostering Adjustment and Self-Regulation
3. The Primacy of Relationships in the Early School Years: Fostering Relationships
4. Developmentally Appropriate Classroom Practices: Fostering Learning in the Classroom
5. Learning in Digital and Natural Environments: Connecting Learning Out of the Classroom
Conclusion: Guiding Children on Positive Developmental Pathways Through School
Resources
Resource A. Tools for Reflection and Improvement
Resource B. Professional Organizations and Model Programs
Resource C. Recommended Reading
Resource D. Glossary
References
Index

Editorial Reviews

The practical applications are great!

Yolanda Abel

"This encouraging book presents currently recommended teaching methods based on educational research and philosophy. It should be used in classrooms and teacher preparation programs to operationalize developmentally appropriate practice and to help teachers incorporate such practices into the testing culture that is a reality in today’s classrooms.

Carole S. Campbell

This book helps the practicing educator turn research into seamless classroom practice. The practice exercises can be implemented immediately to help build student success.

Katina Keener