Early years educators have gained more status and recognition. However, following the greater emphasis and definition of the role of early years educators, it is worth considering whether we have moved too far away from adult-inspired towards adult-insisted learning.
The different editions of my book, Starting from the Child, have been written in response to concerns from the sector about government intervention and prescription in the early years sector and this fifth edition is no exception. Starting from the Child? has a question mark at the end of its title in recognition of the challenges currently faced by practitioners as a result of these interventions and expectations.
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