Place-space Methodologies extends the concepts of place-space and
feminist materialist relational time into transdisciplinary philosophy
and practice. Drawing from empirical data obtained during extensive
research projects, including doctoral study, the book explores the
dynamics of English Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC) across
diverse settings such as classrooms, gardens, and outdoor spaces. This
book employs critical feminist (new) materialist theories and Academic
Writing Otherwise to investigate how place-space is a methodological
concept that explores the intersections of discourse, history, time,
and materiality on human, non-human, and multispecies kin bodies.
Place-spaces are also a methodology developed via undisciplined
research, research-creation, and walking-with. To illuminate the
concepts of place-space and feminist materialist relational time, the
book analyses the intricate relationships between young children,
practitioners, and their environment. By focusing on English ECEC
pedagogy and practice in various settings, including classrooms,
gardens, and outdoor spaces, the book goes beyond theoretical
discussions. It provides practical implications and articulations,
offering tangible takeaways for educators, practitioners, and
researchers. It makes use of particular material objects as focal
points to synthesise empirical data and theory to enhance clarity and
facilitate a deeper comprehension of the nuanced relationships between
materiality, space, and pedagogy. This exploration leads to the
development of new, expansive understandings of ECEC pedagogies, and
readers will gain fresh perspectives on what these pedagogies mean for
both young children and practitioners, fostering a broader and more
inclusive approach to early childhood education. This book is
essential for educators, practitioners, and researchers both in Early
Childhood Education and Care and other transdisciplinary fields. By
presenting innovative methodologies grounded in the concepts of
place-space, it provides a valuable resource for those seeking to
deepen their understanding of ECEC and other transdisciplinary
practices. Whether you are a scholar looking for fresh theoretical
perspectives or a practitioner aiming to enhance your pedagogy, this
book offers a transformative journey into the intricate dynamics of
place-spaces and what they offer thinking and practice.
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ISBN
9781040650196
Publisert
2025
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Utgiver
Taylor & Francis
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Digital bok
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