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Abbott, Lesley, Ed.; Nutbrown, Cathy, Ed. – 2001
Noting that the approach to early childhood education of Reggio Emilia, Italy, has gained worldwide recognition as it challenges accepted approaches, this book reflects the impressions and experiences of the Reggio Emilia approach gained by a range of early childhood educators following a study visit to the region. The book focuses on key issues…
Descriptors: Educational Practices, Inclusive Schools, Learning, Mother Attitudes
Barrera, Isaura; Corso, Robert M.; Macpherson, Dianne – 2003
Understanding how to respond to cultural diversity is one key to successful interaction with young children and their families. This book for early childhood professionals introduces the strategy of Skilled Dialogue, a field-tested model for respectful, reciprocal, and responsive interaction that honors cultural beliefs and values, and that will…
Descriptors: Change Strategies, Cultural Awareness, Cultural Pluralism, Dialogs (Language)
Direct linkWurm, Julianne P. – Redleaf Press, 2005
Are you curious about the Reggio Emilia approach but not quite sure where to begin? "Working in the Reggio Way" helps early childhood teachers bring the reflective, high-quality practices of Reggio Emilia to American programs. Based on an American teacher's experience observing and working in the schools of Reggio Emilia, Italy, this…
Descriptors: Reggio Emilia Approach, Early Childhood Education, Preschool Teachers, Teaching Methods
Koplow, Lesley, Ed. – 1996
Noting that children from stable as well as at-risk environments come to preschool settings with fears they cannot articulate, this book provides early childhood professionals with a framework for understanding the emotional lives of the young children they serve. The book combines a theoretical foundation with a practical basis for making…
Descriptors: Behavior Problems, Childhood Needs, Classroom Environment, Curriculum Development
Kendall, Frances E. – 1983
Regardless of the racial or ethnic composition of their classrooms, teachers need to develop a multicultural classroom environment in which they: (1) teach children to respect others' cultures and values; (2) help all children learn to function successfully in a multicultural, multiracial society; (3) develop a positive self-concept in those…
Descriptors: Child Development, Classroom Environment, Cultural Differences, Cultural Interrelationships
Katz, Lilian G. – 1977
This book is a collection of 10 papers discussing aspects of teacher development and working with children. "Teachers' Developmental Stages" outlines four developmental stages in teachers' professional growth, and suggests implications for teacher training. "Teachers in Preschools: Problems and Prospects" discusses child-adult…
Descriptors: Child Development, Developmental Stages, Early Childhood Education, Educational Objectives
Download full textMann, Marlis E.; Albertson, Kay – 1974
This monograph presents an overview of the Early Childhood-Special Education Teacher Preparation Program designed to prepare preschool teachers to be developmental diagnosticians and learning facilitators for young children, including children with handicaps, from birth to age 7. This report describes the operational aspects of the program…
Descriptors: Behavioral Objectives, Competency Based Teacher Education, Early Childhood Education, Evaluation Criteria
Edwards, Carolyn Pope; Gandini, Lella; Peon-Casanova, Luis; Danielson, Jim – 2003
Noting that Maria Montessori pioneered early childhood education (ECE) reform in Italy, and the surge in innovation in ECE after WWII, this videotape describes the early childhood system in the city of Pistoia, Italy, known for its high-quality and innovative services. The 30-minute video offers footage from 2 of the 9 full-day infant toddler…
Descriptors: Childhood Needs, Classroom Environment, Creative Development, Early Childhood Education
Tan-Niam, Carolyn, Ed.; Ling, Quah May, Ed. – 2000
Informed by current thinking and supported by data gathered in Singapore, this volume compiles a selection of papers presented at the First Singapore Conference on Preschool Education: Promoting Quality Care and Education for Preschoolers. The papers are: (1) "Introduction: Issues in Quality Provision for Preschool Care and Education"…
Descriptors: Caregiver Child Relationship, Child Caregivers, Conference Proceedings, Day Care
Saracho, Olivia N., Ed.; Spodek, Bernard, Ed. – 2003
These papers reflect the impact that early childhood teachers have on their students when they "stand in front of the classroom" and the effect their performance and characteristics have on children. After "Introduction: Factors that Impact Teacher Quality" (Olivia N. Saracho and Bernard Spodek), 11 papers include: (1)…
Descriptors: Accountability, Cognitive Style, Creative Teaching, Early Childhood Education
Gartrell, Daniel – 2000
This book looks at how teachers and young children talk to each other in the classroom, describing how a good teacher will use these conversations to build an encouraging classroom--a community where mutual acceptance is the priority and where children can learn the skills they will need in larger communities in the future. The skills include…
Descriptors: Classroom Communication, Classroom Environment, Conflict Resolution, Coping
Copple, Carol, Ed. – 2001
In order to commemorate the 75-year history of the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) and to engage current and future members in thought about the core values and principles guiding NAEYC's work and that of the National Association for Nursery Education (NANE), this book shares the history of these organizations. The…
Descriptors: Change Strategies, Child Advocacy, Day Care, Early Childhood Education
Epstein, Ann S. – 1993
The Training of Trainers (ToT) Evaluation investigated the efficacy of the High/Scope model for improving the quality of early childhood programs on a national scale. To address this question, the High/Scope Foundation undertook a multimethod evaluation that collected anecdotal records from the consultants and 793 participants in 40 ToT projects,…
Descriptors: Child Development, Early Childhood Education, Educational Attainment, Inservice Teacher Education
Greenberg, Polly – 1975
This book presents a competency-based performance-oriented course designed by the General Learning Corporation for on-site training of day care, Head Start, preschool, kindergarten and "open primary" teachers, assistants and volunteers who are working in programs with limited staff development funds. The course includes (1) detailed suggestions to…
Descriptors: Course Descriptions, Curriculum Guides, Day Care, Early Childhood Education
Koralek, Derry G.; And Others – 1993
Noting that teachers and caregivers need an understanding of the fundamentals of developmentally appropriate practices in order to implement programs that meet the needs of young children, this guide serves as a practical tool for staff trainers and supervisors in early childhood education. It addresses four specific groups of early childhood…
Descriptors: Child Caregivers, Childhood Needs, Day Care, Day Care Centers
