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Peer reviewedde Lemos, Marion M. – Australian Journal of Early Childhood, 1981
Contends that arguments for raising the age of entry to school in Australia are not supported by the research evidence and are contrary to trends overseas, where the movement is towards extending early childhood programs rather than raising the age of entry to school. (Author/MP)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Early Childhood Education, Foreign Countries, Literature Reviews
Dockett, Sue; Perry, Bob – AECA Research in Practice Series, 1999
Starting school is a transition marked by excitement, trepidation, happiness, or sadness for all involved. This issue of the Australian Early Childhood Association Research in Practice Series discusses some of the issues described as important by children, parents, and preschool and elementary educators in an interview study of children's…
Descriptors: Childhood Attitudes, Educational Practices, Foreign Countries, Parent Attitudes
