Vygotsky's theory in early childhood education and research : Russian and Western values / edited by Nikolay Veraksa and Sonja Sheridan.

Format:

Book

Contributor:

Veraksa, N. E. (Nikolaĭ Evgenʹevich), 1946- editor.

Sheridan, Sonja, editor.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Vygotskiĭ, L. S. (Lev Semenovich), 1896-1934--Influence.

Vygotskiĭ, L. S.

Vygotskiĭ, L. S. (Lev Semenovich), 1896-1934.

Early childhood education--Philosophy.

Early childhood education.

Early childhood education--Research--Cross-cultural studies.

Early childhood education--Research.

Influence (Literary, artistic, etc.).

Genre:

Cross-cultural studies.

Physical Description:

xii, 219 pages ; 25 cm

Place of Publication:

Abingdon, Oxon ; New York, NY : Routledge, 2018.

Summary:

"Drawing upon in-depth analyses of Lev Vygotsky's theories of early childhood and investigating the ways in which his ideas are reflected in contemporary educational settings, this book brings into sharp relief the numerous opportunities for preschool learning and development afforded by Vygotskian approaches. Discussion of recent developments in the understanding and implementation of Vygotsky's ideas in Western and Russian contexts facilitates comparison, and provides readers with fresh impetus to integrate elements into their own practice. Chapters are clearly structured and address the multitude of aspects touched upon by Vygotsky, including cognitive development, communication and interaction, play, literacy and the quality of preschool settings. Providing a comprehensive exploration of current stances on Vygotsky's ideas in diverse cultural-historical contexts, Vygotsky's Theory in Early Childhood Education and Research will be of interest to researchers, practitioners, educators and politicians involved in early years education" -- From the publisher.

Contents:

Overview of the book and a statement of its aims and objectives

Vygotsky in two perspectives: Russian and Western understandings

Dialectical thinking research in early years

Narratives as tools for expressing structure and creativity with preschool children in two cultures

Executive functions development in early years

Theory of other minds, children's dialectical thinking and abilities to reflect and communicate on new opportunities

Vygotsky in Harlem: amplification of preschoolers' development in Vygotskian Early Childhood Education Program (VECEP)

Vygotsky's conception of preschool development: play with orientation and narration

The interaction between parents with their preschool children during leisure time: key features

Preschool children's collaboration and learning together

Early literacy in preschool

Technological and modern toys in early child development

Learning through digital play in the Australian context of early childhood education and care

The Vygotskian approach in physical education for early years

Preschool quality and conditions for children's learning in preschool in Russia and Sweden.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Other Format:

Online version: Vygotsky's theory in early childhood education and research.

ISBN:

9781138299047

1138299049

9781138299054

1138299057

OCLC:

1015264243