Learning Together with Young Children: A Curriculum Framework for Reflective Teachers
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| Rating | : | 4.84 (978 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1605545228 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 304 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2014-06-19 |
| Language | : | English |
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About the AuthorMargie Carter holds an MA from Pacific Oaks College and has worked as a preschool, kindergarten, and primary school teacher, curriculum developer, High/Scope trainer, child care director, and college instructor.Deb Curtis holds an MA in human development from Pacific Oaks College and has worked as an infant/toddler caregiver, preschool and school age child care teacher, CDA trainer, Head Start education coordinator, college instructor, and assistant director of a child care program.Carter and Curtis have published six books together, including Designs for Living and Learning and The Art of Awareness.
Yvonne Villalobos said Enjoyed using the digital copy of this book. Enjoyed using the digital copy of this book. I didn't have to haul around a heavy book and it was less expensive than an actual hard copy. The only thing I did not like was that the pages do not coincide with the hard copy of the book so when my Professor referred to a specific page number I had to glance at other people's books to find the correct page. Other than that small detail I had a great exper. The photos are so rich and beautiful that it's tempting to simply look at them and The photos are so rich and beautiful that it's tempting to simply look at them and say, "I wish I could do that." Don't! The text is insightful and inspiring, as well, and is respectful both of children and teachers in early childhood classrooms.. Allison said Former teacher planning her home and I love it!. We had this book at my former school and we used it to help design our classrooms. I purchased one for myself now that I am a stay at home mom. I am using it to help design our home to be play and learning friendly!
Margie Carter holds an MA from Pacific Oaks College and has worked as a preschool, kindergarten, and primary school teacher, curriculum developer, High/Scope trainer, child care director, and college instructor.Deb Curtis holds an MA in human development from Pacific Oaks College and has worked as an infant/toddler caregiver, preschool and school age child care teacher, CDA trainer, Head Start education coordinator, college instructor, and assistant director of a child care program.Carter and Curtis have published six books together, including Designs for Living and Learning and The Art of Awareness.
Rather than a prescriptive curriculum, by using The Thinking Lens® protocol, teachers can translate educational theories into concrete ideas for working with children and families. Offering an alternative approach to standardization and data-driven mandates, this book puts children at the center of planning your curriculum. Learn to create a welcoming classroom culture, develop routines for self-regulation, and use Learning Stories to enhance experiences for the children in your care.This book has been updated to examine how to work with mandated curriculum, rating scales, and assessment tools, while practicing reflective teaching.Margie Carter holds a MA from Pacific Oaks College and has worked as a preschool, kindergarten, and primary school teacher, curriculum developer, High/Scope trainer, child care director, and college instructor.Deb Curtis holds a MA in human development from Pacific Oaks College and has worked as an infant/toddler caregiver, preschool and school age child care teacher, CDA trainer,