<p>For introductory early childhood education courses.</p><h3>Keep future teachers on the cutting edge of early childhood teaching practices, PreK to Grade 3</h3><p><cite><strong>Early Childhood Education Today</strong></cite> presents current, research-based information. It promotes high-quality early education to all children. This prepares them for success in school and in life. The grade-specific chapters make this text different than other early childhood education texts.</p><p>The <strong>15th Edition</strong> incorporates new information COVID-19’s effect on instructional practices. It updates teaching in increasingly diverse classrooms. It also outlines how to apply developmentally appropriate practices and close opportunity gaps.</p>

<p><strong>PART 1: Early Childhood Education and Professional Development<br></strong>1. You and Early Childhood Education: What Does It Mean to Be a Professional?<br>2. Contemporary Issues Involving Children and Families: Implications for Teaching and Learning<br>3. Observation and Assessment for Teaching and Learning: Effective Teaching Through Appropriate Evaluation</p><p><strong>PART 2: Foundations: History and Theories<br></strong>4. The Past and the Present: Prologue to the Future<br>5. Theories Applied to Teaching and Learning: Foundations for Practice</p><p><strong>PART 3: Programs and Services for Children and Families<br></strong>6. Early Childhood Programs: Applying Theories to Practice<br>7. High-Quality Child Care: Meeting the Needs of Children and Families</p><p><strong>PART 4: Teaching Today's Young Children: Linking Development and Learning<br></strong>8. Infants and Toddlers: Building Strong Foundations for Life <br>9. The Preschool Years: Readiness for School and Life <br>10. Kindergarten Education: Learning All You Need to Know<br>11. The Primary Grades: Preparation for Lifelong Success <br>12. Technology in Today's Classrooms: Integrating STEM into Your Teaching</p><p><strong>PART 5: Meeting the Special Needs of Young Children<br></strong>13. Guiding Behavior: Helping Children Become Responsible <br>14. Children with Diverse Needs: Appropriate Education for All <br>15. Parents, Families, and the Community: Building Partnerships for Children's Success</p>

<p><cite><strong>Early Childhood Education Today</strong></cite> presents current, research-based information. It keeps you on the cutting edge of early childhood teaching practices. The text promotes high-quality early education to all children PreK to Grade 3. This prepares them for success in school and in life. The grade-specific chapters make this text different than other early childhood education texts.</p><p>The <strong>15th Edition</strong> incorporates new information on COVID-19’s effect on instructional practices. It updates teaching in increasingly diverse classrooms. It also outlines how to apply developmentally appropriate practices and close opportunity gaps. You’ll learn how to integrate STEM subjects into the curriculum. There’s also information on ongoing professional development.</p>

<p>For introductory early childhood education courses.</p><h3>Keep future teachers on the cutting edge of early childhood teaching practices, PreK to Grade 3</h3><p><cite><strong>Early Childhood Education Today</strong></cite> presents current, research-based information. It promotes high-quality early education to all children. This prepares them for success in school and in life. The grade-specific chapters make this text different than other early childhood education texts.</p><p>The <strong>15th Edition</strong> incorporates new information COVID-19's effect on instructional practices. It updates teaching in increasingly diverse classrooms. It also outlines how to apply developmentally appropriate practices and close opportunity gaps.</p>

<div class="c-section-headers-number-list_container"><h3>PART 1: Early Childhood Education and Professional Development</h3><ol><li>You and Early Childhood Education: What Does It Mean to Be a Professional?</li><li>Contemporary Issues Involving Children and Families: Implications for Teaching and Learning</li><li>Observation and Assessment for Teaching and Learning: Effective Teaching Through Appropriate Evaluation</li></ol><h3>PART 2: Foundations: History and Theories</h3><ol start="4"><li>The Past and the Present: Prologue to the Future</li><li>Theories Applied to Teaching and Learning: Foundations for Practice</li></ol><h3>PART 3: Programs and Services for Children and Families</h3><ol start="6"><li>Early Childhood Programs: Applying Theories to Practice</li><li>High-Quality Child Care: Meeting the Needs of Children and Families</li></ol><h3>PART 4: Teaching Today's Young Children: Linking Development and Learning</h3><ol start="8"><li>Infants and Toddlers: Building Strong Foundations for Life </li><li>The Preschool Years: Readiness for School and Life </li><li>Kindergarten Education: Learning All You Need to Know</li><li>The Primary Grades: Preparation for Lifelong Success </li><li>Technology in Today's Classrooms: Integrating STEM into Your Teaching</li></ol><h3>PART 5: Meeting the Special Needs of Young Children</h3><ol start="13"><li>Guiding Behavior: Helping Children Become Responsible </li><li>Children with Diverse Needs: Appropriate Education for All </li><li>Parents, Families, and the Community: Building Partnerships for Children's Success</li></ol></div>

<p><cite><strong>Early Childhood Education Today</strong></cite> presents current, research-based information. It keeps you on the cutting edge of early childhood teaching practices. The text promotes high-quality early education to all children PreK to Grade 3. This prepares them for success in school and in life. The grade-specific chapters make this text different than other early childhood education texts.</p><p>The <strong>15th Edition</strong> incorporates new information on COVID-19's effect on instructional practices. It updates teaching in increasingly diverse classrooms. It also outlines how to apply developmentally appropriate practices and close opportunity gaps. You'll learn how to integrate STEM subjects into the curriculum. There's also information on ongoing professional development.</p>

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