Aistear: A Journey Under Construction and Every Voice Matters

Abstract

This research study sets out to investigate Early Years Teachers’ (EYTs’) engagement with Aistear - the Early Childhood Curriculum Framework in Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) settings in Ireland. It will explore perspectives and understanding of how EYTs’ implement Aistear when working with young children. The primary research question for this study is, ‘What are EYTs’ engagements with Aistear as a curriculum framework for/in the Early Years?’ The purpose of this research is to investigate the voices of EYTs’ and the impact of Aistear in their practice.