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ERIC Number: EJ479954
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1994
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ISSN: ISSN-0009-4056
A Problem of Theory for Early Childhood Professionals.
Glascott, Kathleen
Childhood Education, v70 n3 p131-32 Spr 1994
Argues that, to be considered true professionals, early childhood educators need to have a sound understanding of the theoretical framework of child development and early childhood education; advance developmentally appropriate practices; and consider their pupils on an individual basis through a child-centered curriculum. (MDM)
Descriptors: Developmentally Appropriate Practices, Early Childhood Education, Educational Theories, Elementary School Teachers, Preschool Teachers, Professional Development, Professional Recognition, Student Centered Curriculum, Teacher Role, Theory Practice Relationship
Publication Type: Opinion Papers; Journal Articles
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Language: English
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