Child Observation for Learning and Research

Understanding the Methodology, Practice and Interpretation

This fully revised new edition of Child Observation for Learning and Research provides a thorough grounding in the methodology, practice and interpretation of observing children. The book takes the unique approach of demonstrating how acquiring observational skills serves as a key learning tool for understanding both children and theory.

This fully revised new edition of Child Observation for Learning and Research provides a thorough grounding in the methodology, practice and interpretation of observing children. The book takes the unique approach of demonstrating how acquiring observational skills serves as a key learning tool for understanding both children and theory.

The authors draw on their experience and expertise in childcare, early years education, social work and research to introduce the fundamental principles and processes of observation, buildi