Teacher Education and Play Pedagogy: International Perspectives

Play has always been essential to early childhood education, and Teacher Education and Play Pedagogy is a unique text that focuses on teacher education for play pedagogy. It blends research and praxis on authentically implementing play practices and is divided into two main sections. The book is valuable for undergraduate and graduate courses, researchers, and professional development programs.

Format: Hardback
Length: 206 pages
Publication date: 22 April 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Play has always held a crucial role in the realm of early childhood education, serving as a pedagogy and organizing learning for both teacher educators and early years teachers. This book, Teacher Education and Play Pedagogy, stands out as a unique resource, drawing from diverse perspectives worldwide. It delves into the realm of teacher education specifically tailored for play pedagogy, seamlessly blending research and practical insights into the authentic implementation of play practices.

The book is structured into two main sections. Part 1 explores the various approaches taken by teacher educators to prepare early years teachers to support children's play and consider professional preparation in play pedagogy. Part 2 provides valuable information on how teachers assume diverse roles and engage in various ways to effectively foster children's play skills, facilitate learning, and promote their overall development.

Contributions from experts across the early childhood spectrum are featured in the book, presenting their empirical work through a range of data formats, accompanied by deep reflections and critical stances toward the implementation of play pedagogy.

Teacher Education and Play Pedagogy is an invaluable text for undergraduate and graduate courses in early childhood education, as well as for researchers in the field. It serves as a crucial reference for professional development programs and seminars, equipping educators with the knowledge and skills necessary to create play-based learning environments that nurture children's growth and development.

Weight: 453g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367711757