ERIC Number: EJ754869
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2006
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Challenges in Implementing Center-Based and Home-Based Early Head Start Programs
Golas, Julianna C.; Horm, Diane; Caruso, David A.
Journal of Research in Childhood Education, v21 n2 p163 Win 2006
Early Head Start services are typically offered through home- or center-based delivery models. A formative evaluation of an example of each service delivery model was conducted. The purpose was to examine the issues involved in the implementation of these two service delivery models relative to the content of services, intensity of services, opportunities for family involvement, and efficiency of program management. Findings suggest that the two delivery models differ in content and intensity of services. Both models faced challenges in program implementation and management and both struggled with family involvement and engagement. Implications for future research are discussed. (Contains 1 table.)
Descriptors: Disadvantaged Youth, Program Implementation, Formative Evaluation, Family Involvement, Family Literacy, Delivery Systems, Models, Child Care Centers, Home Programs, Comparative Analysis, Program Evaluation, Early Childhood Education, Infants, Toddlers, Low Income Groups, Program Effectiveness, Early Intervention, Federal Legislation, Federal Government, Poverty, Parent Participation, Program Content
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Evaluative
Education Level: Early Childhood Education; Preschool Education
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Language: English
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