Introduction to Early Childhood Studies 4ed

This is a comprehensive introduction to research methods and data analysis. The book assumes no previous knowledge of research methods or psychology and provides an accessible and jargon-free way into this frequently difficult topic area.

Exploring research methods in the context of early childhood, this popular guide approaches complex ideas in a clear style linking directly to practice. It covers all students need to know about undertaking research in early childhood, including action research, ethics and carrying out a research project. Introducing Research in Early Childhood explains exactly what `research' is, and provides a clear understanding of its importance to an early years or early childhood studies degree. Understand what it means to think critically, and unpick childhood research. Appreciate the importance of ethics . Get to know how research is designed and carried out . Learn how to analyse, examine and understand the importance of others research . Get to grips with translating research into real life in a classroom setting. This title is co-authored with Jo Josephidou, Senior Lecturer in the School of Childhood and Education Sciences at Canterbury Christ Church University