Learning English as an Additional Language in the Early Years
This book bridges theory and practice by giving an overview of the theories of language acquisition alongside practical ideas on how best to support EAL learners.
Ages: 0-5 years
About the Authors
Anita Soni
Dr Anita Soni is interested in working with children and their families in their early years of life, between birth and 7 years. She is enthusiastic about developing the skills of the Children’s Workforce, especially those working in Children’s Centres, and early childhood/years provision in the maintained, voluntary and independent sectors. This includes teachers, managers, teaching assistants, Family Support Workers, early years practitioners and childminders.
Liz Rouse
Elizabeth Rouse is an Associate Professor in early childhood education at Deakin University, where she is working in the area of initial teacher education. Her main areas of focus are in curriculum and pedagogy, particularly as these connect with developing practices and teaching approaches that concentrate on the whole child. She has published a number of books, book chapters, journal articles and professional papers in early childhood education especially relating to infants and toddlers, children's wellbeing, professional practices and partnerships.