Men in Early Childhood Education and Care

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Men in Early Childhood Education and Care

Gender Balance and Flexibility

Gender studies, gender groups Sociology Education

Author: Jo Warin

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Collection: Palgrave Studies in Gender and Education

Language: English

Published by: Palgrave Macmillan

Published on: 22nd May 2018

Format: LCP-protected ePub

Size: 479 Kb

ISBN: 9783319895390


Introduction

This book examines the current interest in recruiting and supporting more men in the early childhood education workforce. Drawing on extensive empirical data from case studies of an unusual English preschool setting and interviews with Swedish male preschool staff, the author explores the potential benefits to society linked to the increased presence of men in early childhood education, and how this might be achieved.

Key Themes

Throughout the book, the author maintains that the potential of including more men in early childhood education can only be achieved by gender-sensitive practitioners, both women and men, who are willing to create a gender-flexible pedagogy.

Target Audience

This volume will be of interest and value to students, academics and practitioners interested in gender diversity and equity within early childhood education and care.

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