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Enquiry-based learning and formative assessment environments: student perspectives (2010)
Journal Article
Sambell, K. (2010). Enquiry-based learning and formative assessment environments: student perspectives. Practitioner Research in Higher Education, 4(1), 52-61

This paper outlines case study research into first-year students’ experiences of enquiry based learning (EBL) on a year-long introductory theory module. Students were supported to carry out a series of authentic small-scale enquiries involving: • wor... Read More about Enquiry-based learning and formative assessment environments: student perspectives.

Studying early childhood: Part 3 - visits, observations, placements and dissertations (2010)
Journal Article
Sambell, K. (2010). Studying early childhood: Part 3 - visits, observations, placements and dissertations. Nursery World, 25, 15-18

Most early childhood degrees include 'real-world' experiences in early years settings and a related final-year project or dissertation. Make the most of these learning opportunities by bringing your critical thinking skills with you on the placement.

Studying early childhood: Part 2 - reading, writing and producing assignments (2010)
Journal Article
Sambell, K. (2010). Studying early childhood: Part 2 - reading, writing and producing assignments. Nursery World, 28, 15-18

When studying early childhood at degree level, it's vital to become fluent in appropriate ways of talking and writing about relevant ideas and concepts. This helps you produce effective assignments during the degree itself but, most importantly, also... Read More about Studying early childhood: Part 2 - reading, writing and producing assignments.

Studying early childhood: Part 1 - becoming an active learner (2010)
Journal Article
Sambell, K. (2010). Studying early childhood: Part 1 - becoming an active learner. Nursery World, 23,

When making the transition to studying at degree level, students will be challenged to think in new and unaccustomed ways, with different study practices than they have used before. Embarking on any degree involves a step-change in a student's approa... Read More about Studying early childhood: Part 1 - becoming an active learner.