Early Childhood Education Today, Global Edition

A leading text for Introduction to Early Childhood Education courses keeps students on the cutting edge of early childhood teaching practice and professionalism.

George Morrison's newest edition presents current, research-based information on providing high-quality early education to all children so that they can be successful in school and in life.

The new edition retains the engaging style that has made the book so popular and provides practical examples of authentic teaching practices used by master teachers. Its strong coverage of development in the age/grade-specific chapters and its emphasis on diversity make it a leading text in the field.

The new edition integrates 13 critical themes that are foundational to the field today: the importance of children's literacy development, teaching in increasingly diverse classrooms, applying developmentally appropriate practice, closing the achievement gap, integrated special education and early childhood education services, teaching in inclusive classrooms, closing school readiness gaps, meeting the challenges of teacher accountability, integrating STEM subjects into the curriculum, providing for children's mental health, using technology to support learners, developing as a professional, and guiding children's behavior to promote personal responsibility.

List of contents

Part 1  •    Early Childhood Education and Professional Development 
Chapter 1   You and Early Childhood Education: What Does It Mean to Be a Professional?  
Chapter 2   Current Issues and Public Policy: Contemporary Influences on Children and Families  
Chapter 3   Observation and Assessment for Teaching and Learning: Effective Teaching Through Appropriate Evaluation
Part 2  •    Foundations: History and Theories  
Chapter 4   The Past and the Present: Prologue to the Future  
Chapter 5   Theories Applied to Teaching and Learning: Foundations for Practice  
Part 3  •    Programs and Services for Children and Families  
Chapter 6   Early Childhood Programs: Applying Theories to Practice 
Chapter 7   Child Care: Meeting the Needs of Children and Families  
Chapter 8   The Federal and State Government: Supporting Children’s Success 
Part 4  •    Teaching Today’s Young Children: Linking Development and Learning  
Chapter 9   Infants and Toddlers: Foundation Years for Learning 
Chapter 10    The Preschool Years: Readiness for School and Life 
Chapter 11    Kindergarten Education: Learning All You Need to Know  
Chapter 12    The Primary Grades: Preparation for Lifelong Success  
Chapter 13    Technology and Young Children: Education for the Information Age  
Part 5  •    Meeting the Special Needs of Young Children 
Chapter 14    Guiding Children: Helping Children Become Responsible  
Chapter 15    Multiculturalism:  Living and Learning in a Diverse Society  
Chapter 16    Children with Diverse Needs: Appropriate Education for All 
Chapter 17    Parent, Family, and the Community Involvement: Building Partnerships for Student Success  
Appendix A NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct and Statement of Commitment 
Appendix B NAEYC Guidelines for Developmentally Appropriate Practice in Early Childhood Programs Serving Children from Birth Through Age Eight
Appendix C Time Line: The History of Early Childhood Education  
Endnotes  
Glossary  
Index  

About the author

George S. Morrison is professor of early childhood education at the University of North Texas where he teaches early childhood education and development to undergraduates and mentors masters and doctoral students. He is an experienced teacher and principal in the public schools.
Professor Morrison’s accomplishments include the Distinguished Academic Service Award from the Pennsylvania Department of Education, Outstanding Service and Teaching Awards from Florida International University, and the College of Education Faculty Teaching Excellence Award at the University of North Texas. His books include Early Childhood Education Today, Fundamentals of Early Childhood Education, and Teaching in America. Professor Morrison has also written books about the education and development of infants, toddlers, and preschoolers; child development; the contemporary curriculum; and parent/family/ community Involvement.
Dr. Morrison is a popular author, speaker, and presenter. He is senior contributing editor for the Public School Montessorian. His research and presentations focus on the globalization of early childhood education, the influence of contemporary educational reforms on education, and the application of best practices to early childhood education. Professor Morrison also lectures and gives keynote addresses on early childhood education and development in Thailand, Taiwan, China, South Korea, and the Philippines.

Summary

A leading text for Introduction to Early Childhood Education courses keeps students on the cutting edge of early childhood teaching practice and professionalism.
George Morrison’s newest edition presents current, research-based information on providing high-quality early education to all children so that they can be successful in school and in life.
The new edition retains the engaging style that has made the book so popular and provides practical examples of authentic teaching practices used by master teachers. Its strong coverage of development in the age/grade-specific chapters and its emphasis on diversity make it a leading text in the field.
The new edition integrates 13 critical themes that are foundational to the field today: the importance of children’s literacy development, teaching in increasingly diverse classrooms, applying developmentally appropriate practice, closing the achievement gap, integrated special education and early childhood education services, teaching in inclusive classrooms, closing school readiness gaps, meeting the challenges of teacher accountability, integrating STEM subjects into the curriculum, providing for children’s mental health, using technology to support learners, developing as a professional, and guiding children’s behavior to promote personal responsibility.

Product details

• Authors: George Morrison, George S Morrison, George S. Morrison
• Publisher: Pearson Academic
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 31.07.2015
• EAN: 9781292019604
• ISBN: 978-1-292-01960-4
• No. of pages: 608
• Dimensions: 205 mm x 256 mm x 23 mm
• Weight: 1082 g
• Series: Pearson; Pearson
• Subject: Humanities, art, music > Education > Education system