Introducing Vygotsky is an invaluable companion for anyone involved with children in the early years. The introduction of Vygotsky’s key concepts is followed by discussion of the implications of these for teaching and learning. Each chapter also includes a useful glossary of terms.
This accessible text is illustrated throughout with examples drawn from real-life early years settings and the concepts discussed include:
- mediation and memory
- culture and cultural tools
- mental functions
- language, concepts and thinking
- activity theory
- play and meaning.
Essential reading for all those interested in or working with children, Introducing Vygotsky emphasises the social nature of learning and examines the importance of issues such as culture, history, language, and symbols in learning.
Introducing Vygotsky is an invaluable companion for anyone involved with children in the early years. The introduction of Vygotsky’s key concepts is followed by discussion of the implications of these for teaching and learning. Each chapter also includes a useful glossary of terms.
This accessible text is illustrated throughout with examples drawn from real-life early years settings and the concepts discussed include:
- mediation and memory
- culture and cultural tools
- mental functions
- language, concepts and thinking
- activity theory
- play and meaning.
Essential reading for all those interested in or working with children, Introducing Vygotsky emphasises the social nature of learning and examines the importance of issues such as culture, history, language, and symbols in learning.
Introducing Vygotsky: A Guide for Practitioners and Students in Early Years Education
192Introducing Vygotsky: A Guide for Practitioners and Students in Early Years Education
192Product Details
ISBN-13: | 9780415480550 |
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Publisher: | Taylor & Francis |
Publication date: | 12/08/2008 |
Series: | Introducing Early Years Thinkers |
Pages: | 192 |
Product dimensions: | 6.12(w) x 9.19(h) x (d) |