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ERIC Number: EJ531212
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1996
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Reference Count: 0
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ISSN: ISSN-0300-4430
Culture and the Early Childhood Curriculum.
Spodek, Bernard; Saracho, Olivia N.
Early Child Development and Care, v123 p1-13 Sep 1996
Presents the definition of culture within the context of early childhood curricula and briefly outlines the history of early childhood education. Claims that culture and child development are closely related. Examines early childhood education programs around the world and describes how the culture of each country influences the content of early childhood programs. (MOK)
Descriptors: Child Development, Comparative Education, Cultural Influences, Curriculum Design, Early Childhood Education, Educational History, Educational Objectives, Foreign Countries, Kindergarten, Montessori Method, Values, Young Children
Publication Type: Opinion Papers; Reports - Descriptive; Journal Articles
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Language: English
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Identifiers: Froebel (Friedrich)
Note: Special issue: "Culture and the Early Childhood Curriculum."