Using Standards-Based and Evidence-Based Content in Early Childhood Professional Development

Converging empirical evidence has identifi ed key components of effective practices for providing high-quality services to young children and their families. The article describes the components of professional development that result in well qualifi ed, well-trained and effective early childhood p...

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Main Authors: Rashida Banerjee, Harvey Rude
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Vilnius University Press 2013-12-01
Series:Social Welfare: Interdisciplinary Approach
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Online Access:https://www.journals.vu.lt/social-welfare/article/view/28270
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Summary:Converging empirical evidence has identifi ed key components of effective practices for providing high-quality services to young children and their families. The article describes the components of professional development that result in well qualifi ed, well-trained and effective early childhood professionals who can implement evidence-based practices to improve outcomes of young children and their families. Specifi cally, standards-based and evidence-based professional development competencies developed and guided by national and state agencies are discussed.
ISSN:2424-3876