Observing learning in early childhood / Stella Louis.

Includes index.

1. Why Observations Matter -- 2. The Cycle of Observation -- 3. The Network for Learning -- 4. The 12 Features of Play -- 5. Schemas -- 6. Observing and Identifying Schemas -- 7. Interpreting Learning -- 8. Reflecting on Observations and Links to the Curriculum -- 9. Observations as a Tool--Sharing Observations with Parents and Colleagues -- 10. Translating Professional Knowledge into Practice.

This book is a concise and accessible guide to observation as a tool for supporting learning for children aged 0-5. It provides comprehensive coverage of the what, why, and how of observation, brought to life with extensive case studies and contextualised alongside other crucial Early Years' topics, including child development and play. This book encourages readers to consider their own context and practice, with reflective questions at the end of each chapter and specific chapters on linking observations to the curriculum and sharing insights with parents and colleagues. The focus on both learning and self-reflection makes Observing Learning in Early Childhood ideal for students, newly qualified teachers, and current practitioners alike -- Back cover.