Transitions to School in the 21st Century: Insights from National and International Research, Policy, and Practice by Perry, Bob

Transitions to School in the 21st Century: Insights from National and International Research, Policy, and Practice (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9783032104359)

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Transitions to School in the 21st Century: Insights from National and International Research, Policy, and Practice by Perry, Bob

Transitions to School in the 21st Century: Insights from National and International Research, Policy, and Practice

$199.99
Transitions to School in the 21st Century: Insights from National and International Research, Policy, and Practice by Perry, Bob

Transitions to School in the 21st Century: Insights from National and International Research, Policy, and Practice

$199.99
Format: Hardcover
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This book is the result of an ambitious project, providing comprehensive and critical reviews of national research on the transition to the first year of compulsory school, over the first quarter of the 21st century. It has been written by more than 90 authors from 39 different countries, with each chapter outlining a range of educational contexts and services and offering a diversity of perspectives on contemporary achievements and challenges. The book concludes with a critical synthesis of the research outlined throughout the book, including recommendations regarding future research, policy and practice relation to transition to school. The transition to compulsory school is a significant life event for all involved - children, families, educators, and communities. Readers of Transitions to School in the 21st Century: Insights from National and International Research, Policy, and Practice will benefit from accessing a wide variety of reviewed research from many different national contexts and following up on the leads created as they continue with their own work.

Author: Bob Perry
ISBN-10: 3032104351
ISBN-13: 9783032104359
Publisher: Springer
Language: English
Published: 01/17/2026
Pages: 721
Format: Hardcover
By Bob Perry
By Bob Perry
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Bob Perry is Emeritus Professor at Charles Sturt University, Australia, and Director, Peridot Education Pty Ltd, having retired from active university teaching and research after 45 years. In conjunction with Sue Dockett, he maintains active interest in early childhood mathematics education; educational transitions, with particular emphasis on transition to primary school; researching with children, and evaluation of educational programs. Sue Dockett is Emeritus Professor, Charles Sturt University, Australia, and Director, Peridot Education Pty Ltd. While retired from university life, she retains her professional interest in the field of early childhood education. Sue has been a long-time advocate for the importance of recognizing and responding to young children's perspectives. She maintains this position in explorations of transitions to school, children's play, and learning.

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