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ERIC Number: EJ520401
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1995
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ISSN: ISSN-0966-9760
Early Years Education in Germany and Ireland--a Study of Provision and Curricular Implementation in Two Unique Environments.
Horgan, Mary; Douglas, Francis
International Journal of Early Years Education, v3 n3 p51-67 Aut 1995
Compares case studies of early childhood education in schools in Germany and Ireland. Both schools emphasize the importance of children's emotional-spiritual development, but while Irish children are already in formal education, German schooling defers beginning of formal learning. Concludes that more teacher interaction with children in German schools and increased structure of play would enhance cognitive development. (TM)
Descriptors: Case Studies, Class Activities, Classroom Design, Classroom Environment, Cognitive Ability, Cognitive Development, Foreign Countries, Kindergarten Children, Play, Preschool Children, Preschool Curriculum, Preschool Education, School Entrance Age, Teacher Education, Teacher Student Relationship
Publication Type: Reports - Research; Journal Articles
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Language: English
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Identifiers: Germany; Ireland