Title: Learning from Young Children in the Classroom: The Art and Science of Teacher Research
Publisher: Teachers College Press (edition Illustrated)
Publication Date: 2007
Language: English
ISBN 10: 080774767X
ISBN 13: 9780807747674
Binding: Paperback
Edition: Illustrated.
Condition: Very Good

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Synopsis

This practical resource is a comprehensive introduction to envisioning and carrying out high-quality teacher research in early childhood settings. The text features original research projects by teachers working with infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and primary-age children. With special attention given to multicultural and multilingual classrooms, the authors examine forms of children’s play, social interaction, and friendships, language and literacy learning, as well as work with parents and families. This how-to guide provides: Specific examples and strategies to help teachers start their own teacher research projects and collaborative groups. A history of teacher research with links to early childhood practice. Effective tools for identifying a research question, data collection, data analysis, and dissemination. Helpful illustrations and examples of children’s art.

About the Author

Daniel R. Meier is Associate Professor of Elementary Education at San Francisco State University. He also serves, with Barbara Henderson, as co-editor of “Voices of Practitioners,” an online teacher research feature of NAEYC’s Young Children. His books include Learning in Small Moments, Scribble Scrabble, and The Young Child’s Memory for Words. Barbara Henderson is also Associate Professor of Elementary Education at San Francisco State University.

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