Introduction to the Foundation Phase, An: Early Years Curriculum in Wales - Softcover

Thomas, Amanda

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1474264271 ISBN 13: 9781474264273

Publisher: Bloomsbury Academic, 2016

Synopsis

An Introduction to the Foundation Phase provides a practical guide to understanding and implementing the Foundation Phase in any early years setting in Wales. The experienced author team discuss and reflect upon a play based approach to learning and the importance of collaboration between various members in any early years settings.

Students are introduced to key topics including: key theories of influential thinkers within early years education, both past and present; international curricula and perspectives on play and how Welsh curriculum compares; effective classroom practice; observational techniques; methods of assessment and how to be a reflective practitioner.

Through interviews with different stakeholders, including educational ministers, policy advisors, practitioners and parents, An Introduction to the Foundation Phase concludes by discussing the challenges and complexities of putting policy into practice and considers implications for the future of early years education.

Making links between theory, policy and practice is vital for a future workforce and this core text provides a solid foundation for any student within early years. Illustrative case studies, activities, reflective tasks and suggestions for further reading are provided throughout. Online resources for lecturers and students are also included.

About this title

Book Description:

The definitive textbook for students studying early childhood in Wales, providing an introduction to the key topics, issues and approaches in implementing the Foundation Phase.

About the Author:

Amanda Thomas is Senior Lecturer in Early Years Education at the University of South Wales, UK. She has ten years of experience as a primary school teacher. Amanda is currently researching children's schematic behaviours in the Foundation Phase for her PhD.

Alyson Lewis is Senior Lecturer in Early Years Education at Bath Spa University, UK. She has ten years of experience of working as an early years teacher. Alyson is currently researching the concepts and practices of children's well-being in the early years curriculum for her PhD.

About this edition

• Publisher: Bloomsbury Academic
• Publication date: 2016
• ISBN 10: 1474264271
• ISBN 13: 9781474264273
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 240