{"product_id":"mentoring-and-coaching-in-early-childhood-education-9781350100725","title":"Mentoring and Coaching in Early Childhood","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis book provides an introduction to the theory and practice of mentoring, coaching and supervision in the context of early childhood education and care. Written by a team of scholars from the UK, Ireland, South Africa, Australia and the USA the book includes a range of annotated case studies to exemplify important issues from around the world. The chapters are organized around four key principles:  Embedding professional one to one support within the setting Maximising performance and professional development Self and collaborative reflection for leadership Managing and leading changeTopics covered include discussion of the differences and similarities between mentoring, coaching and supervision; management and leadership in early childhood settings; safeguarding and child protection. Alongside the annotated case studies each chapter also includes a summary of key points and questions for further discussion.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrade Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis book provides an invaluable study into the role of mentoring and coaching within an early years context. Part One explores the differences between mentoring and coaching, and the theory behind this. Part Two offers a range of national and international case studies which enable the reader to consider this within a practical context.  An excellent addition to the area of early childhood education. * Janet Harvell, Senior Lecturer, University of Worcester, UK *\u003cbr\u003eThis assemblage of chapters from diverse international contexts provides multiple opening points to consider how theory and research might work together in practice in the arena of coaching and mentoring.  Work undertaken in the early years is recognized as deeply complex, deserving of ongoing professional development focused on transformative practice. * Laurie Kocher, PhD Program Coordinator and Instructor Capilano University, Canada *\u003cbr\u003eThis is a timely publication. For those working with young children, the workplace has become increasingly fraught and complex, with support needed to maintain a professional outlook and joy in  their chosen profession. Providing an introduction to coaching and mentoring in the early childhood sector, this collection of case studies invites readers to consider possibilities for their own situations. Speaking from a range of countries and perspectives, chapter authors offer diverse perspectives on this important component of professional development. With a focus on respectful relationships and active listening, a range of issues and approaches are considered. Accessible and interesting, this publication has the potential to both inform and inspire. It should be a valuable addition to any professional library. * Alma Fleet, Associate Professor, Macquarie University, Australia *\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIntroduction  \u003cb\u003ePart I: Mentoring and Coaching Theory\u003c\/b\u003e 1. Theory of Mentoring and Coaching in Early Childhood, \u003ci\u003eMichael Gasper\u003c\/i\u003e 2. The Importance and Value of Mentoring and Coaching in the Early Years, \u003ci\u003eMichael Reed and Rosie Walker\u003c\/i\u003e 3.  Mentoring and Coaching and Their Relationship to Management and Leadership in Early Education,\u003ci\u003e Josephine Bleach\u003c\/i\u003e 4. Providing Professional Support to Mentors and Coaches in Early Childhood Education, \u003ci\u003eSiobhán Keegan\u003c\/i\u003e 5. Creating Safe Reflective Spaces for Child Protection Practice, \u003ci\u003eClaire Majella Richards\u003c\/i\u003e 6. Pedagogic Mediation in the Early Years,\u003ci\u003e Helen Lyndon\u003c\/i\u003e 7. A Research Based Approach to Mentoring for Success for Early Years Teachers, \u003ci\u003eJill Harrison and Diana Harris\u003c\/i\u003e 8. Transforming Pedagogy in Early Childhood Education, \u003ci\u003eNaseema Shaik and Hasina Ebrahim\u003c\/i\u003e 9. Insights on Mentoring Practices within the Early Childhood Sector in Singapore, \u003ci\u003eDoranna Wong, Manjula Waniganayake and Fay Hadley\u003c\/i\u003e 10. Individualized yet Standardized Approaches to Coaching in Early Childhood Education, \u003ci\u003eKarrie Snider and Maggie Holley\u003c\/i\u003e Reflections  Introduction to Part II \u003cb\u003ePart II: Appreciative Enquiry – Theory in Practice\u003c\/b\u003e 11. Appreciative Inquiry Mentoring to Implement the Early Years Bicultural Curriculum, \u003ci\u003eChris Jenkin, New Zealand\u003c\/i\u003e 12. Finding Community through an Induction Support Project, \u003ci\u003eLaura K. Doan, Canada\u003c\/i\u003e 13. Coaching Teams of Early Years Professionals throughout a County in England, \u003ci\u003eBecky Poulter Jewson, England\u003c\/i\u003e 14. Using Collaborative Coaching Where Teachers are Experts, \u003ci\u003eKarrie Snider and Maggie Holley, United States\u003c\/i\u003e 15. Coaching When Teacher Commitment, Confidence and Knowledge are Low, \u003ci\u003eKarrie Snider and Maggie Holley, United States\u003c\/i\u003e 16. Cultural Awareness, Narratives and Identity, \u003ci\u003eKaat Verhaege and Joke Den Haese, Belgium\u003c\/i\u003e 17. Three Key Stages in Mentoring and Coaching, \u003ci\u003eMichael Gasper, United Kingdom\u003c\/i\u003e  18. Using Preservice Teachers as Mentors to In-service Early Years Teachers to Promote Meaningful Child Participation, \u003ci\u003eNaseema Shaik and Hasina Ebrahim, South Africa\u003c\/i\u003e 19. Critical Reflections on Emerging Themes, \u003ci\u003eMichael Gasper and Rosie Walker\u003c\/i\u003e Index","brand":"Bloomsbury Publishing PLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51019627626839,"sku":"9781350100725","price":27.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9781350100725.jpg?v=1750780831","url":"https:\/\/bookcurl.com\/products\/mentoring-and-coaching-in-early-childhood-education-9781350100725","provider":"Book Curl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}