Success with your Early Years Research Project

Comprehensive and supportive guide to educational research in the Early Years. -- Augusta Steele * drupal *
I have put this as a key text for our 3rd year project - I felt that the use of examples really demystified the process of a research project. I stress to the students that they should use this as a support text, in other words that it is not a specialist methodology text - this was my only concern in adopting it, so I have been careful to make clear to students how they may choose to use this text. -- Dr Anne Luke * drupal *
This book is a welcome addition to the field of Early Years research.
The book has an accessible framework that engages readers to plan and implement research projects with relevant and appropriate contexts included. The case study examples and reviews are particularly helpful to develop students reflection and understanding of the ethical framework that underpins valid research activity in Early Childhood centres. -- Dr Estelle Martin * drupal *
This is a useful additional, practical text. Useful for both tutors and students because it provides well-conceived examples that serve to demonstrate some essential elements and issues arising in the research process. The student reflections alongside tutor commentary produce a really useful, readable dialogue. It demonstrates the thinking behind the research process in action.

Book contains some clear tips and guidance. Size is ideal and language accessible- not too daunting for apprehensive students and not too weighty for busy tutors. -- Dr Jane Jackson * drupal *
This is a fantastic little book. Useful for both tutors and students because it provides well-conceived examples. The student reflections alongside tutor commentary produce a really useful, readable dialogue. Book contains some clear tips and guidance. Size is ideal and language accessible- not too daunting for apprehensive students and not too weighty for busy tutors. -- Dr Jane Jackson * drupal *
This is a fantastic little book. Useful for both tutors and students because it provides well-conceived examples. The student reflections alongside tutor commentary produce a really useful, readable dialogue. Book contains some clear tips and guidance. Size is ideal and language accessible- not too daunting for apprehensive students and not to dense or weighty for busy tutors. -- Dr Jane Jackson * drupal *
Excellent textbook that outlines very clearly how to approach and undertake the dissertation within an Early Years degree course. Essential text for Early Years students. -- Dr Katherine Cartmell * drupal *
Excellent textbook that outlines very clearly how to approach and undertake the dissertation within an Early Years degree course. Essential text for Early Years students -- Dr Katherine Cartmell * drupal *
This is a helpful text for students engaging with practitioner-based research. The use of examples of student work makes it particularly accessible. -- Dr Nicola Kemp * drupal *
Helped support dissertation students -- Miss Diana Parton * drupal *
The centrality of examples of real research from previous students is one aspect of the book that was liked, along with the commentaries and key reading. All key areas for planning a successful project are covered. -- Miss Dianne Mitchell * drupal *
This book is such a valuable tool, expertly focussing on research within early years. This is a relevant book which gives my students direct and current support in carrying out research in an early years setting. This has been made an essential text for the module ′Independant Research′ on the Foundation Degree in Early Years. -- Miss Jo Button * drupal *
Clear advice that offers a calming and positive approach for students engaging in research projects. -- Miss Monica Edwards * drupal *
The easy approachable nature of this book will support students undertaking their independent study module. -- Mrs Alison Milner * drupal *
This book takes the mystery out of starting a first research project. It is so easy to follow and the examples from real students make it an encouraging and very readable text. -- Mrs Angela Hodgkins * drupal *
This book is an essential tool for students attempting their early years research project.
The authors use examples, case studies, and reflective questions to guide students through the process of preparing a research project from planning through to implementation. The book is very accessible and easy to follow. Highly recommended. -- Mrs Anna Colgan * drupal *
This is a very helpful text and easily accessible for students to dip in and out of. A friendly book which should help calm the fears of students embarking upon a first Early years research project. -- Mrs Caroline Friel * drupal *
This is a helpful book and easy to read and use. I will be suggesting this to my students. -- Mrs Dawn Burnham * drupal *
An well structured book, good for anyone undertaking a small scale research project. Useful passages that are analysed and used to inform the reader. -- Mrs Gail Parker * drupal *
Really comprehensive and practical book - the case study examples were extremely useful. Chapters on choosing the right question and interpreting findings were especially relevant -- Mrs Julie Kent * drupal *
An invaluable text for supporting undergraduate students with their research projects -- Mrs Karen Appleby * drupal *
Great book with reviews from the learners that the book is essential in completing their research task for level 5. The learners found the book a vital tool in their study. -- Mrs Karen Cooke * drupal *
This was a very interesting book and I think would be well suited to a higher level course but was a step to far for my learners. -- Mrs Samantha Piggot * drupal *
This is a key text for our students embarking on a research project and will be an essential purchase. The authors take you through each stage of the research process with examples from students and their reflections. -- Mrs Samantha Sutton-Tsang * drupal *
We had been waiting for just this text to support our L5 and 6 students. Subject matter and the way the book flows are both ideal in supporting all our students -- Mrs Susan Davies * drupal *
This is an excellent book for students that are undertaking a research project. I have recommended it to other lecturers on the course. -- Mrs Yolande Leech * drupal *
Excellent tool for students. -- Ms Clare Steere * drupal *
Case studies are particularly useful as they enable students to see how research methods are used by degree students in early years settings -- Ms Jane Burrow * drupal *
I had hoped it would cover more early stage and problems with research this is too much focused for my students on research into children
Nice concept though and some good points made just not appropriate for my courses -- Professor Alison McGregor * drupal *