"Early Childhood Educational Research: Issues in Methodology and Ethics" by Carol Aubrey, Tricia David, Ray Godfrey, and Linda Thompson, offers guidance for researchers and practitioners in the field of early childhood education. It explores research opportunities and appropriate methods for researching childhood education, addressing the increasing political concern and research interest in education for children under five. The book critically examines the role of the researcher, conceptualizations of research, and the sensitive nature of conducting research with young children, including their active participation. It also describes and evaluates various research methodologies, such as historical research, standardized tests, qualitative research, observational research, ethology, longitudinal research, teacher research, and meta-analysis. Furthermore, it tackles the connection between society and the environment and how early childhood education can contribute to sustainable living. The book also addresses key ethical issues in educational research, such as informed consent and confidentiality.

ISBN: 9780750707459