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Top 20 Principles for Early Childhood Teaching and Learning

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Principles from psychology to enhance pre-K to 12 teaching and learning in early childhood

The Top 20 for Early Childhood Communities is our strategic vision of the most influential ways in which psychological science enhances education for early childhood communities. This resource is adapted from our original Top 20 principles and is specifically tailored for educators working with early childhood communities. It offers a unique perspective on the application of psychological science in the realm of early childhood education. It’s an invaluable tool for all stakeholders in the educational system, from those preparing to enter the profession to those already practicing as educators. Together, we can leverage psychological science to improve and innovate within our educational systems.

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Last updated: November 2024Date created: 2019