Early Experiences With Family Involvement: Strategies for Success and Practices That Make a Difference

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Author(s): Jade Burris (West Chester University of Pennsylvania, USA)
Copyright: 2019
Pages: 23
Source title: Early Childhood Development: Concepts, Methodologies, Tools, and Applications
Source Author(s)/Editor(s): Information Resources Management Association (USA)
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-5225-7507-8.ch024

Keywords: Education / Information Science Reference / K-12 Education / Sociology

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This chapter reviews the impact early experiences with family involvement have on young children and their families, early childhood programs, and teachers. The author discusses the growing demand for early childhood services, characterized by a growing and changing society. There is discussion of developmentally appropriate practices and the ethical conduct of early childhood teachers as they navigate issues of social justice related to family involvement and engagement. The author presents findings from a recent pilot study to illustrate the successes and challenges experienced by eight diverse early childhood programs as they reflected on their family involvement practices. The author also emphasizes the importance of promoting equity and celebrating diversity through family involvement practices including examples, successes, and challenges that may arise.

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