Men in Early Years
Abstract
This research project explores men working in early years and how society’s stereotypical assumptions may limit their role and job opportunities. In today’s modern world with media a central focus, it is hard for parents to ignore news stories involving men working with young children in care and education who have abused their position such as This project aims to see how the media has affected men working in early years and parents perception of male practitioners.
Introduction
This report looks at
In part 1 it looks at
In part 2 it looks at
In part 3 … is discussed
In part 4 what this might mean
Literature Review
The research project compares its findings to the Independent Day Nursery Workforce survey 1998 which investigated the childcare workforce. Cameron’s book ‘Men Wanted’ has a survey about childcare lecturer’s thoughts on male practitioners. Jenson’s 1996 discussion paper considers how the Swedish childcare centres are viewed where the staff are comprised of half women and half male workers. Teacher’s T.V have a video clip online discussing government targets, initiatives and interviews from various professionals including a male nursery nurse and male teacher.
Methodology
The research was implemented by questionnaires which took place in a small village pre-school in an affluent area. The study employed both qualitative and quantitative research methods. Quantitative in gathering specific data which was used in the questionnaires. Qualitative where opinions and experiences were sought, this method of research was used partly in the questionnaire and through interview. A semi-structured interview took place with a supply teacher. Bell States “An excellently prepared questionnaire will lose much of its impact if it looks untidy” (2005:144) The questionnaires were all word processed, and simple tick boxes were used. Bell (2005) suggested putting instructions into capitals or a different font so they look really
This research project explores men working in early years and how society’s stereotypical assumptions may limit their role and job opportunities. In today’s modern world with media a central focus, it is hard for parents to ignore news stories involving men working with young children in care and education who have abused their position such as This project aims to see how the media has affected men working in early years and parents perception of male practitioners.
Introduction
This report looks at
In part 1 it looks at
In part 2 it looks at
In part 3 … is discussed
In part 4 what this might mean
Literature Review
The research project compares its findings to the Independent Day Nursery Workforce survey 1998 which investigated the childcare workforce. Cameron’s book ‘Men Wanted’ has a survey about childcare lecturer’s thoughts on male practitioners. Jenson’s 1996 discussion paper considers how the Swedish childcare centres are viewed where the staff are comprised of half women and half male workers. Teacher’s T.V have a video clip online discussing government targets, initiatives and interviews from various professionals including a male nursery nurse and male teacher.
Methodology
The research was implemented by questionnaires which took place in a small village pre-school in an affluent area. The study employed both qualitative and quantitative research methods. Quantitative in gathering specific data which was used in the questionnaires. Qualitative where opinions and experiences were sought, this method of research was used partly in the questionnaire and through interview. A semi-structured interview took place with a supply teacher. Bell States “An excellently prepared questionnaire will lose much of its impact if it looks untidy” (2005:144) The questionnaires were all word processed, and simple tick boxes were used. Bell (2005) suggested putting instructions into capitals or a different font so they look really
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