Handbook of Research on the Education of Young Children
Handbook of Research on the Education of Young Children

Author: Olivia N. Saracho

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2013-01-17

Total Pages: 481

ISBN-13: 113689702X

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The Handbook of Research on the Education of Young Children is the essential reference on research on early childhood education throughout the world. This singular resource provides a comprehensive overview of important contemporary issues as well as the information necessary to make informed judgments about these issues. The field has changed significantly since the publication of the second edition, and this third edition of the handbook takes care to address the entirety of vital new developments. A valuable tool for all those who work and study in the field of early childhood education, this volume addresses critical, cutting edge research on child development, curriculum, policy, and research and evaluation strategies. With a multitude of new and updated chapters, The Handbook of Research on the Education of Young Children, 3rd Edition makes the expanding knowledge base related to early childhood education readily available and accessible.

Lao for Beginners
Lao for Beginners

Author: Tatsuo Hoshino

Publisher: Tuttle Publishing

Published: 1981

Total Pages: 218

ISBN-13:

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"A complete introduction to Lao. Lessons are presented in Laos script, romanized text, as well as in English translation, permitting the student to concentrate on either the spoken or written language, or both. Essential vocabulary items and grammatical structures are introduced in everyday situations, and a Lao-English glossary is included"--P. [4] of cover.

The Routledge International Handbook of Language Education Policy in Asia
The Routledge International Handbook of Language Education Policy in Asia

Author: Andy Kirkpatrick

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2019-04-17

Total Pages: 484

ISBN-13: 1317354508

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This must-have handbook offers a comprehensive survey of the field. It reviews the language education policies of Asia, encompassing 30 countries sub-divided by regions, namely East, Southeast, South and Central Asia, and considers the extent to which these are being implemented and with what effect. The most recent iteration of language education policies of each of the countries is described and the impact and potential consequence of any change is critically considered. Each country chapter provides a historical overview of the languages in use and language education policies, examines the ideologies underpinning the language choices, and includes an account of the debates and controversies surrounding language and language education policies, before concluding with some predictions for the future.

Chinese-Heritage Students in North American Schools
Chinese-Heritage Students in North American Schools

Author: Wen Ma

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2016-03-02

Total Pages: 303

ISBN-13: 1317331044

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This comprehensive look at Chinese-heritage students’ academic, sociocultural, and emotional development in the public schools examines pertinent educational theories; complex (even inconvenient) realities; learning practices in and outside of schools; and social, cultural, and linguistic complications in their academic lives across diverse settings, homes, and communities. Chinese-heritage students are by far the largest ethnic group among Asian American and Asian Canadian communities, but it is difficult to sort out their academic performance because NAEP and most state/province databases lump all Asian students’ results together. To better understand why Chinese-heritage learners range from academic role models to problematic students in need of help, it is important to understand their hearts and minds beyond test scores. This book is distinctive in building this understanding by addressing the range of issues related to Chinese-heritage K-12 students’ languages, cultures, identities, academic achievements, and challenges across North American schools.