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SAGE PUBLISHING Contemporary Issues In The Early Years Sixth Edition by Pugh
If you are a student or practitioner in the early years sector, you need to develop a rounded understanding of key issues in this fast-moving field. This new and updated edition provides a critical examination of the essential issues in early years policy and practice. With contributions from highly regarded practitioners and researchers, this book accessibly balances theory and practical concerns.The Sixth Edition has been extensively revised to include:A new chapter on Child Protection and SafeguardingCoverage of the new EYFSTheory and research evidenceA Companion Website, highlighting further reading and current policies and frameworksYou can visit the Companion Website at www.uk.sagepub.com/pughduffy to view a video from the authors, and also access study materials including:Points for discussionReflective tasksFurther readingWeb links Introduction - Bernadette DuffyPART ONE: POLICY AND RESEARCHThe Policy Agenda for Early Childhood Services - Gillian Pugh Facing Austerity - The Local Authority Response - Linda UrenInternational Snapshots of Provision for Babies and Young Children - Sacha Powell and Kathy GoouchQuality in Early Childhood Education - Sandra Mathers, Fiona Roberts and Kathy Sylva Inspecting and Evaluating the Quality and Standards of Early Years and Childcare Provision - Brenda Spencer and Jan DubielPART TWO: PRACTICESeen and Heard: Exploring Assumptions, Beliefs and Values Underpinning Young Children's Participation - Y Penny Lancaster and Perpetua Kirby The Early Years Curriculum - Bernadette Duffy The Tools of Assessment: Watching and Learning - Caron Carter and Cathy NutbrownSure Start Children's Centres - Ann Crichton The Role of Health in Early Years Services - Kate Billingham and Jacqueline BarnesDiversity, Inclusion and Learning in the Early Years - Iram Siraj-BlatchfordInclusion and Entitlement in the Early Years for Disabled Young Children and Young Children with Special Educational Needs - Philippa Stobbs, Elizabeth Andrews and Julie RevelsWorking with Parents - Mary Crowley and Helen WheelerSafeguarding Children in the Early years - Harriet Ward and Rebecca BrownPART THREE: WORKFORCETraining and Workforce Issues in the Early Years - Pauline Jones Leading and Working in Multi-Agency Teams - Carol Aubrey