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âœThis book offers a unique and critical approach to the theme of adults working in early years settings through a focus on seven key dimensions encompassed in the term 'the plural practitioner'. The discussion is strongly underpinned by a consideration of the two important principles of child centredness and social justice. The authors also draw on multiple perspectives, including the role of neuroscience and socio cultural perspectives, to consider who these early years professional are and the complexity of what they bring to their work.â
Linda Miller, Professor Emeritus, Early Years, The Open University, UK

This essential book focuses on the adult role within early years education and care. The book introduces the concept of the 'plural practitioner', which acknowledges that the role of the adult in early years settings is complex and entails many different responsibilities.

The book argues that the âplural practitionerâ can create quality early years provisi

Table of Contents
Introduction
The Critical Reflector
The Carer
The Communicator
The Facilitator
The Observer
The Assessor
The Creator
Conclusion

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      Publisher: Open University Press
      Publication Date: Publication Date: 16/06/2012
      ISBN13: 9780335242306, 978-0335242306
      ISBN10: 335242308

      Description

      Book Synopsis
      âœThis book offers a unique and critical approach to the theme of adults working in early years settings through a focus on seven key dimensions encompassed in the term 'the plural practitioner'. The discussion is strongly underpinned by a consideration of the two important principles of child centredness and social justice. The authors also draw on multiple perspectives, including the role of neuroscience and socio cultural perspectives, to consider who these early years professional are and the complexity of what they bring to their work.â
      Linda Miller, Professor Emeritus, Early Years, The Open University, UK

      This essential book focuses on the adult role within early years education and care. The book introduces the concept of the 'plural practitioner', which acknowledges that the role of the adult in early years settings is complex and entails many different responsibilities.

      The book argues that the âplural practitionerâ can create quality early years provisi

      Table of Contents
      Introduction
      The Critical Reflector
      The Carer
      The Communicator
      The Facilitator
      The Observer
      The Assessor
      The Creator
      Conclusion

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