| Description | This research reviews how a national process of education reform for children aged 3-18 was under way and revision of the existing curriculum guidance for children aged three to five was being considered. The review aims to point to examples, raise issues and look critically at evidence but makes no claims to be exhaustive. |
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| ISBN | 0 7559 2931 4 (Web Only) |
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| Website Publication Date | February 02, 2006 |
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Dr Christine Stephen
Institute of Education
University of Stirling
ISBN 0 7559 2931 4 (Web only publication)
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Contents
1. Introduction
2. ( RQ1) What kind of educational experiences are offered in early childhood and what evidence is there of their impact?
3. ( RQ3) Is early years education a distinct phase in the education system?
4. ( RQ3) How are decision made about when children should have particular educational experiences?
5. Conclusion
Appendix 1 References
The views expressed in the report are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect those of the Scottish Executive or any other organisation(s) by which the author(s) is/are employed.
The Scottish Executive is making this research report available on-line in order to provide access to its contents for those interested in the subject. The Executive commissioned the research but has not exercised editorial control over the report.
This web only report is accompanied by "Insight 28: Early Years Education: Perspectives From A Review of The International Literature". Both reports are published by Information and Analytical Services Division, Scottish Executive Education Department, Victoria Quay, Edinburgh, EH6 6QQ. If you have any enquiries about these reports please contact the Dissemination Officer on 0131-244-0316.
Both reports were web only and published in February 2006 on the Scottish Executive website.
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