Negotiating Adult-Child Relationships in Early Childhood Research

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The book critiques technicist and neoliberal ethics in early childhood research, focusing on the complexities of adult-child relationships. Through their research data, the authors argue that these relationships are interconnected within broader social contexts. They advocate for a relational ethics grounded in answerability and social justice, drawing from Bakhtin's ideas. Key themes include the significance of material bodies, the nuances of consent in educator-research dynamics, and the potential risks and benefits of such research relationships. Innovative concepts like reciprocity and political-ethical responsibility are also explored.