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ERIC Number: EJ328503
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1985
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Research Report. Circle Time-Getting Past "Two Little Pumpkins."
McAfee, Oralie D.
Young Children, v40 n6 p24-29 Sep 1985
Reports results of a study in which 35 teachers of children ages 2.5 through kindergarten were interviewed and observed during group time. Reveals tentative conclusions that teachers can plan and implement activities that are more appropriate to the age, developmental level, or social functioning of the group. Offers specific recommendations for such improvements. (DST)
Descriptors: Classroom Environment, Early Childhood Education, Educational Improvement, Educational Quality, Group Activities, Group Behavior, Group Experience, Kindergarten Children, Lesson Plans, Preschool Children, Student Behavior, Student Educational Objectives, Teacher Behavior, Teacher Effectiveness, Teacher Role, Teaching Methods
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Evaluative
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Language: English
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