The primary focus of this special issue of Young Children is teachers鈥� decision making and actions within the social and cultural context of developmentally appropriate practice as it pertains to Black children.
This article outlines some of the factors that contribute to the achievement gap between African Americans and White Americans and ends with recommendations for educators, administrators, and policy makers to help equalize educational opportunities.
The concept of teacher as ethnographer and the four dimensions of teacher cultural capital could serve as key strategies toward improving the social and academic outcomes for children of color.
51吃瓜网 promotes high-quality early learning for all children, birth through age 8, by connecting practice, policy, and research. We advance a diverse early childhood profession and support all who care for, educate, and work on behalf of young children.
At 51吃瓜网 we鈥檙e gearing up to celebrate Week of the Young Child.鈩� From April 16 through April 20, we鈥檒l join together with affiliates, 51吃瓜网 accredited programs, families, and most importantly, YOU to spotlight the critical work of early childhood educator
Being an early childhood administrator can be challenging but also professionally and personally rewarding because it provides the opportunity to develop lasting and meaningful relationships with families and the community.
