Browsing Reflective Pedagogy and Early Childhood Studies (Peer reviewed publications) by Title
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The impact of usage-based approaches on second language learning and teaching
(Cambridge University Press, 2020-09)The application of usage-based models of language learning began to gain ground in the early twenty-first century, particularly in the field of first language acquisition, and, more recently, are gaining traction in second ... -
The importance of including the child’s voice in the transition process: signposts from a national evaluation of concepts of school readiness in Ireland (Pre-published version)
(Children's Research Network, 2016)In a recent national evaluation of concepts of school readiness in Ireland commissioned by the Department of Children and Youth Affairs (DCYA) through the Irish Research Council (IRC), one of the participants, observed ... -
‘Learning to be more human’: perspectives of respect by young Irish people in prison
(Bergen Open Access Publishing, 2017)Respect is a fundamental aspect of how human beings relate to each other and, arguably, is a significant factor in the relationship between student and teacher. For incarcerated adults, the relationships they foster with ... -
A melange or a mosaic of theories? How theoretical perspectives on children’s learning and development can inform a responsive pedagogy in a redeveloped primary school curriculum
(Mary Immaculate College, University of Limerick, 2018)We are living in a rapidly evolving society, where cultural, ethnic, religious, and linguistic diversity is the norm. Parallel to this changing societal zeitgeist is the development of an increasing awareness and understanding ... -
Mentors, Not Models: supporting teachers to be empowered in an Irish context
(Symposium Journals, 2009)This article explores the values and perceptions of Irish mentor teachers who have been involved in mentoring novice teachers. While situating this research within the historical context of the teaching profession in the ... -
On your bike: outdoor play in Irish 5 year olds
(Children's Research Network, 2018)Under the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC), children have the right to play (UNCRC, 1989 Article 31) and the importance of outdoor play has been well-documented (Bento and Dias, 2017). From a ... -
Play and autism: the power of play to promote wellbeing (Pre-published version)
(Children's Research Network, 2018)Children with autism spectrum differences (ASD) play in their own unique ways and differences between children with ASD and neurotypcial children include differences in spontaneous play, social play and pretend play (Jarrold ... -
Playful maths! The influence of play-based learning on academic performance of Palestinian primary school children
(Springer, 2022-02-11)This study explores the relationship between play-based learning and achievement in mathematics in Palestinian elementary school children. Forty teachers from eight schools received training in play-based pedagogies and ... -
PLÉ response to the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) International Early Learning Study
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Professional identity in early childhood care and education: perspectives of pre-school and infant teachers (Pre-Published Version)
(Routledge, 2010)This paper explores perceptions of professional identity in the early childhood care and educations sector (ECCE) in the Republic of Ireland (ROI). It is concerned with the status, salary and conditions of those working ... -
Putting the learner into the curriculum, not the curriculum into the learner: a case for negotiated integrated curriculum
(University of Bahrain, 2014)The question “what is good teaching?” leads to further questions about the nature of curriculum and decision-making. This paper explores the need and feasibility of a Negotiated Integrated Curriculum (NIC) to better empower ... -
Research as a respectful practice: an exploration of the practice of respect in qualitative research
(Hipatia Press, 2016)This article explores the practice of respect within qualitative research methods. As interpersonal respect plays a significant role in the esteem felt within a relationship, it can also serve to cultivate trust between ... -
Signposts: a resource pack for teachers
(Department of Education and Skills, 2008) -
The special needs assistant scheme: a value for money review of expenditure on the special needs assistant scheme
(Department of Education and Skills, 2011) -
Teacher competences: a core challenge for teacher educators
(Department of Education and Skills, 2009)This paper recognises that Irish educationalists need to assert and debate the values, knowledge, skills and attitudes that our teachers should acquire, while recognising the limitations of any rubric to describe the essence ... -
Time and structure of a revised primary school curriculum
(Pedagogy Learning Education, 2017)