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Early Childhood Education in Germany : Exploring Historical Developments and Theoretical Issues, Paperback / softback Book

Paperback / softback

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This book draws on the perspectives of leading German scholars to provide a systematic overview of early childhood education and care (ECEC) in Germany, furthering international understanding of the complexities involved in ECEC topics in Germany.

The book provides a unique insight into parts of German ECEC rarely seen outside of the country.

Offering in-depth insights into historical developments, theoretical approaches and empirical research, the volume discusses Germany’s long tradition in ECEC against the backdrop of Froebel and other pedagogues and traditions.

Chapters consider ECEC in Germany from the perspectives of theory, institutions and professionalization.

The book draws on international literature and current debates to highlight the features and peculiarities of ECEC in Germany, contributing to dialogue on research into early childhood education and care.

Providing a much-needed, internationally relevant insight into ECEC in Germany, this text will be essential reading for academics, researchers and post-graduate students involved in the field of early childhood education, international education, educational theory, and those researching educational policy and politics more widely.

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