Handbook of research on the education of young children
By: edited by Olivia N. Saracho & Bernard Spodek
Edition: 3rd ed.
Publisher: Routledge
Published: 2012
Place of publication: New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 462
ISBN-13: 9780415884341; 9780415884358; 9780203841198
Subjects: Child development; Curricula; Early childhood education; Research
Description: The Handbook of Research on the Education of Young Children is the essential reference on research on early childhood education throughout the world. This singular resource provides a comprehensive overview of important contemporary issues as well as the information necessary to make informed judgments about these issues. The field has changed significantly since the publication of the second edition, and this third edition of the handbook takes care to address the entirety of vital new developments. A valuable tool for all those who work and study in the field of early childhood education, this volume addresses critical, cutting edge research on child development, curriculum, policy, and research and evaluation strategies. With a multitude of new and updated chapters, The Handbook of Research on the Education of Young Children, Third Edition, makes the expanding knowledge base related to early childhood education readily available and accessible.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.