Research Around the World

This website is the Australian equivalent to the U.S. based NAEYC.  They have several links to early childhood research in practice.  Their mission statement is to advocate to ensure quality, social justice and equity in all issues relating to the education and care of children from birth to eight years.  They have a Research in Practice series for practical, effective approaches from early childhood experts and practitioners.  The series provides a practical, easy-to-read resources for those involved in the early childhood field.  Which are designed to assist with challenging issues which arise in the care and education of young children, by offering effective, new approaches.  Some of the research topics include:

• Partnerships: Working together in early childhood settings
• Respecting diversity: Articulating early childhood practice
• Children's resilience: Working with the Early Years Learning Framework
• Learning and teaching through play
• The Code of Ethics: A guide for everyday practice
• Young children as active learners

Early Childhood Australia has a lot of hands on research on child development and its research is similar to that of the United States.   It is a non-profit, non-partisan organization, and is in an ideal position to advocate for the best interests of young children and where necessary campaign for change. 

 

 

The ECA is celebrating 75 years of continued service to Australian children.  In1938 they started as the ‘The Australian Association of Pre-School Child Development’.  The longevity of this organization and its continued commitment to this important role is testament to its leaders and members.

 

To learn more about the ECA visit their website at:   http://www.earlychildhoodaustralia.org.au/