Description
Table of Contents
Why the Increased Focus on Early Childhood Programs Right Now?
Public Program for Young Children
Summary
Reflection and Discussion Questions
Chapter 2 The Changing Face of Early Childhood in the U.S.: New Promises
and Pitfalls
Current Demographics and Population Projections
Children in Poverty
Increasing Linguistic Diversity in Early Childhood Programs
Increases in Hispanic/Latino Population
Culture and Early Education
Preschool and English Language Learners
Early Education Standards Movement and Diversity
Summary
Reflection and Discussion Questions
Chapter 3 What Research Tells Us About The Needs and Abilities of All Young
Children
The Science of Early Education
Social-Emotional Roots of All Learning: The Importance of Positive Relationships
Implications of Research for Early Childhood Practitioners
Risk and Resiliency in Young Children
Summary
Reflection and Discussion Questions
Chapter 4 Research Findings and Recommendations for Children Living in
Poverty
Issues and Considerations for Children Living in Poverty
The Importance of Resiliency
What Teachers Can Do
School Readiness and Low-Income Children
The Importance of High Quality Curricula: Specific Strategies
Professional Development and Effective Teacher Supports
Achieving Success: Schools, Families, and Communities Working Together
Summary
Reflection and Discussion Questions
Chapter 5 Research on the Development, Learning and Teaching of Young English Language Learners
Issues and Considerations for ELL Children
Myths About English Language Learners Not Supported by Scientific Evidence
English Language Learners and School Readiness: Overlapping Influences of Language and Poverty
Role of Home Language in English Acquisition
How do Young Children Learn a Second Language?
Bilingualism and Social-Emotional Development
Research on Different Curriculum/Program Approaches
Working with ELL Families
Summary
Reflection and Discussion Questions
Chapter 6 Promising Curriculum and Assessment Strategies for Young
English Language Learners
The Importance of Goals
Specific Teaching Strategies in Dual Language Early Childhood Programs
The Importance of a Comprehensive Curriculum
Specific Strategies in English Language Programs with Home Language Support
Assessment Approaches: How to Collect Accurate Information on the Development of Dual Language Learners
Putting it All Together: ECE Settings Where ELL Children Can Flourish
Summary
Reflection and Discussion Questions
Chapter 7 Meeting the Future Challenges of Early Childhood Education
National Will/Consensus
Using Research, Advocacy, and Persistence to Move the Agenda Forward: Inch-by-Inch, Step-by-Step
Link to National Education Priorities/Policies
Investment/Resources Needed
Summary
Reflection and Discussion Questions
Appendix A
Sample Family Languages and Interests Survey
Appendix B
Resources for Serving Young Children from Diverse Backgrounds
Appendix C
Information on The Early Authors’ Program
Appendix D
Sample Individualized Language Plan
Glossary
References
Index
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