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Adaptability: A leadership imperative – what is adaptability?
This article looks at the importance of adaptability in terms of leadership, and identifies three main elements in learning to adapt to – rather than just cope with – change at work.
Early childhood education as risky business: Going beyond what’s ‘safe’ to discovering what’s possible
This is a timely discussion of the importance of risk-taking in children’s development in a context where there is pressure on services to be risk-averse.
Reconstructing teacher education to prepare qualified preschool teachers
This research article reports on a new system of preschool teacher certification in New Jersey, US. The paper concludes that it is possible, in a relatively short period of time, to put in place a system of early childhood teacher preparation that has the capacity to upgrade the credentials of the workforce.
Collaborative and cooperative learning
The 5 links on this page offer strategies and ideas for establishing a collaborative teaching approach in the classroom.
Building a community architecture for early childhood learning and care: Analysis and recommendations
This article has only just been released by YWCA Canada. It is a long report but the analysis and recommendations really focus on what is needed to develop a quality children’s services system.
(PDF article - may take some time to load.)
Position statement on the inclusion of children
The above position statement on the inclusion of children was ratified at Early Childhood Australia’s recent National Council meeting. The statement is the outcome of a formally-appointed policy group.
Early childhood news
Read all about it on the Early Childhood Australia news page.
Recent topics include:
- New Government plan for compulsory preschool education
- ‘A cheaper, simpler solution to many social ills is staring us in the face’
- Everyday Points to Learning – competition winners
- National Awards for Quality Schooling: Winners announced
- Policy consultations on child care and work and family
- Awards for outstanding contribution to improving literacy and/or numeracy
- NSW Quality Teaching Awards
Early Childhood Australia books
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