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Part I: The need for theory: Understanding the different contexts of child development
Chapter 1 Introduction: Starting your journey
Chapter 2 Understanding and using theory in educational settings
Chapter 3 Observing children and using theory to analyse learning and development
Part II: Using child development theory: What does theory allow us to see?
Chapter 4 Using constructivist theory to analyse learning and development
Chapter 5 Using a bioecological model to analyse learning and development
Chapter 6 Using cultural-historical theory to analyse learning and development
Chapter 7 Children and families in Australia as agents of their own development
Chapter 8 Ways of Knowing, Ways of Being and Ways of Doing
Part III: Critiquing theory: Thinking critically about child development
Chapter 9 How do theories position children, families and communities?