Men, Masculinities and Teaching in Early Childhood Education

Taylor & Francis

Men, Masculinities and Teaching in Early Childhood EducationInternational perspectives on gender and care\nAuthor(s): Simon Brownhill, Jo Warin, Inga Wernersson\nFormat: Hardback\nPublisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd, United Kingdom\nImprint: Routledge\nISBN-13: 9781138797710, 978-1138797710\nSynopsis\nThis stimulating book sets out to critically explore the notion of men, masculinities and teaching in early childhood education. It addresses the global pattern of gender, teaching and care where men are in the minority, and explores the notion that the greater involvement of men within teaching and associated professions has the potential to transform gender relations for future generations. \n\nInternational contributors raise critical questions about the construction of masculinities, the continuing reluctance of men to engage in this type of work, and the influence of political and public debates on the issue. Through this engaging discussion readers are asked to question whether th.