War II Italy, the work undertaken by several progressive Italian educators and the Italian
translations of Dewey's work during this period to reveal new insights about Dewey's …

Numerous research has shown that quality of interactions between early childhood teachers
and children contribute significantly to children's holistic development. Most literature on this …

Assessment is a core element of quality teaching and learning experiences for all children
enrolled in early childhood education settings. This study explored New Zealand early …

The relationship between quality early childhood programs and transition services in
inclusive education for young children has not received the needed attention in current …

The notion of value-creating education (VCE) is emerging within educational discourses
internationally. An increasing number of teachers are applying the principles of VCE within …

Early childhood education (ECE) programs comprise any kind of educational program that
helps children in the preschool years and is intended to improve later school performance …

This qualitative research study explores early childhood teachers' perceptions, beliefs, and
use of intentional teaching in Aotearoa New Zealand and England. Intentional teaching is a …

Little is currently known about how teachers in New Zealand Montessori early childhood
centres reflect on Montessori philosophy and practice individually and collaboratively within …

The provision of physically active play (PAP) varies amongst early childhood services,
directly impacting the experiences and opportunities available to children. This is a …

This study explores teacher conceptions of play and its relationship to children's learning. It
also explores how this influenced the role teachers took during play and the way they …