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The first book in a two-volume series, this volume consists of eight chapters that detail lessons learned about early childhood systems in Australia, England, Finland, Hong Kong, Korea, and Singapore. After discussion of entrenched narratives of contemporary early childhood education and care, chapters detail narratives of early childhood education from these countries and their practices, policies, and systems, as well as the role of culture. They address what understandings about each country's system exist; the current status of the system; how the different systems have evolved, are structured, and produce their intended outcomes; and why the systems have evolved and function as they do. Chapters address the history, values, and vision of the systems; the services provided; governance and funding aspects; teaching aspects; policy and practice; and other areas. Contributors work in education in these countries and the US. Annotation ©2019 Ringgold, Inc., Portland, OR (protoview.com)
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Learn how exemplary countries are dealing with the challenges and joys of advancing the development of their youngest citizens. In this book, Sharon Lynn Kagan and her contributors systematically examine how six diverse countries go about envisioning, designing, and implementing their services to young children and their families. The Early Advantage 1 sheds light on new and exciting approaches to early childhood education and care (ECEC) that are contributing to the quality, equity, efficiency, and sustainability of services for young children. Brimming with fresh insights, the text provides concrete examples of successfully implemented strategies and methods that warrant attention from other countries wishing to improve their early childhood services. The 2-year comparative analysis upon which this volume is based was made possible with funding and support from the National Center on Education and the Economy’s (NCEE) Center on International Education Benchmarking.Book Features: Presents groundbreaking approaches to early childhood policy, practice, and service delivery from around the globe. Based on contributions from leading scholars and policymakers from six countries: Australia, England, Finland, Hong Kong, Korea, and Singapore. Acknowledges the important role of culture in shaping the quality and array of services afforded to young children. Uses rigorous research that includes common designs, vetted protocols, and repeated validations. Includes detailed country fact sheets with data on demographics, governmental expenditures, staff qualifications, mandated monitoring systems, and more. Is part of NCEE’s research into the 9 Building Blocks for a World-Class Education System.
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