Diversity Amongst New Zealand Early Childhood Educators

The diversity of service types and range of organisations involved in early childhood education (ECE) in New Zealand is a hallmark of the sector, recognised by both the sector and government as a strength in offering choice to families. However, little attention has been paid to issues of diversity...

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Main Authors: Sue Cherrington, Mary Jane Shuker
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Tuwhera Open Access Publisher 2012-10-01
Series:New Zealand Journal of Teachers' Work
Online Access:https://ojs.aut.ac.nz/teachers-work/article/view/565
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