English as an Additional Language in the Early Years: Linking theory to practice

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With the English as Additional Language (EAL) population growing rapidly, it is essential that settings and schools meet individual learner needs and provide an inclusive culture where different languages, cultures and religions are accepted and celebrated. Packed with essential information on key theories and best practice, and written in a highly readable style this book aims to raise awareness of main issues and offer practical support for practitioners working with children with EAL.Covering a wide range of topic such as new arrivals, working with parents, assessment, planning, resourcing, play, communication and language, each chapter clearly lays out the key concepts, ideas and strategies alongside examples of good practice. Encouraging a reflective approach, the book features: Checklists, diagrams, chapter objectives and summaries and suggestions for further reading Case studies to illustrate practice Reflective activities to develop critical thinking Challenging many assumptions and stereotypes about EAL learners, this invaluable text will support students and practitioners in meeting the individual needs of all the children in their care.

FORMATPaperback LANGUAGEEnglish CONDITIONBrand New Author Biography

Malini Mistry is Senior Lecturer in Early Years Education at the University of Bedfordshire with research interests in Early Years and learners who have English as an Additional Language. Krishan Sood is Senior Lecturer at Nottingham Trent University with research interests in Leadership for Diversity and English as an Additional Language.

Table of Contents

Introduction: Setting the scene 1. Meeting the needs of new EAL arrivals in Early Years 2. Working in partnership with parents of learners with EAL in Early Years 3. Communication and Language for learners with EAL in Early Years 4. Assessment for learners with EAL in Early Years 5. Planning for learners with EAL in Early Years 6. The pedagogy of play for learners with EAL 7. Using resources for learners with EAL 8. How leaders/managers promote excellent learning environments for learners with EAL

Details ISBN0415821711 Author Krishan Sood Year 2015 ISBN-10 0415821711 ISBN-13 9780415821711 Media Book Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd Imprint Routledge Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom DEWEY 372.21 Publication Date 2015-03-25 Short Title ENGLISH AS AN ADDITIONAL LANGU Language English Affiliation University of Bedfordshire, UK Subtitle Linking theory to practice Format Paperback Pages 160 UK Release Date 2015-03-25 AU Release Date 2015-03-25 NZ Release Date 2015-03-25 Illustrations 27 Tables, black and white; 2 Illustrations, black and white Alternative 9780415821704 Audience Tertiary & Higher Education We've got this

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