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McManis, Lilla Dale; Gunnewig, Susan B. – Young Children, 2012
As many educators and parents have observed, today's children are exposed to advanced technology at an early age, with tablets, e-readers, and smartphones being some prevalent choices. Experiences with technology can pave the way for unprecedented learning opportunities. However, without an education component, technology cannot reach its full…
Descriptors: Educational Technology, Early Childhood Education, Educational Opportunities, Developmentally Appropriate Practices
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Kostelnik, Marjorie J. – Young Children, 1992
Discusses nine common myths, which represent collective opinions based on false assumptions or are the product of fallacious reasoning, associated with developmentally appropriate programs for young children. (BB)
Descriptors: Classroom Design, Curriculum Design, Developmentally Appropriate Practices, Early Childhood Education
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Passidomo, Marian – Young Children, 1994
Describes the experience of a conservative, suburban school system making the change from traditional classroom instruction to more developmentally appropriate practices. Discusses the planning and implementation process, focusing particularly on the issues of skills acquisition, assessment, staff development, and parent involvement. (TJQ)
Descriptors: Developmentally Appropriate Practices, Educational Change, Instructional Improvement, Nontraditional Education
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Vander Wilt, Judith L.; Monroe, Virginia – Young Children, 1998
Examines factors contributing to and preventing the implementation of developmentally appropriate practice (DAP) in early childhood education. Presents basic guidelines for DAP, illustrates the use of "both/and" thinking in early childhood practice, and describes the conversion of one school district to DAP. Concludes that administrative…
Descriptors: Developmentally Appropriate Practices, Early Childhood Education, Educational Administration, Educational Principles