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‘It's not, it's not random’: Teaching and learning in infant and toddler settings

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: ‘It's not, it's not random’ is a quote from a kaiako (teacher) of infants and toddlers as she describes her teacher decision-making processes taking into consideration all the various influences and interrelationships within the activity system of her early childhood setting. This article draws from an qualitative study that utilised narrative data and Cultural Historical Activity Theory (CHAT) to illuminate and illustrate how two kaiako use their specialised knowledges and specialised practices to respond to the care and learning of very young tamariki (children). The article concludes with a provocation to guide future thinking regarding what has been referred to as misunderstood, undervalued, hidden and taken-for-granted work of these education professionals.

Source: Contemporary Issues in Early Childhood

DOI: 10.1177/14639491241292764

Author: Sonya Gaches

Institution: University of Otago

Language: English

Topic: Early Childhood Education and Development

Subfield: Education

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Quality education

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $3,450