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Peer reviewedHaugland, Susan W. – Young Children, 1999
Presents a model for using computers with 3- and 4-year-olds, and another for children 5 to 8. Covers developmentally appropriate computer activities, parent support, benefits to children, enlisting support from the school community, setting up a computer study group for school personnel, and teacher training through computer experience,…
Descriptors: Computer Literacy, Computer Uses in Education, Developmentally Appropriate Practices, Early Childhood Education
Brickman, Nancy Altman, Ed. – 2001
The High/Scope Curriculum is a developmentally based approach to early childhood education. This curriculum's "Extensions" newsletter, in which the articles in this collection first appeared, informs curriculum users about new development, relating to the High/Scope "open framework" curriculum. This collection divides the…
Descriptors: Child Development, Computer Uses in Education, Curriculum Development, Day Care
Peer reviewedBrett, Arlene – Dimensions of Early Childhood, 1997
Argues that computers and related technology can be an important asset in the classrooms of young children with disabilities. Suggests that this technology can promote mobility, communication, and learning; increase independence; augment abilities; compensate for learning challenges; overcome learned helplessness; and foster competence and…
Descriptors: Computer Uses in Education, Developmental Disabilities, Developmentally Appropriate Practices, Disabilities
Haugland, Susan – Day Care & Early Education, 1994
Examines the acquisition and use of computers in early childhood programs, focusing on the developmental appropriateness of computers for young children, compatibility and selection problems, and budgetary constraints. Also discusses classroom computer issues, such as location, usage, software selection, and gender equity. (MDM)
Descriptors: Access to Computers, Classroom Techniques, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Attitudes
Boyle, Martha; Korn-Rothschild, Sarah – Teaching Pre K-8, 1994
Contains 27 specific suggestions for teachers with special needs children mainstreamed in their classroom, particularly children with visual and auditory perceptual difficulties and poor motor skills. Notes that teachers need to make sure that directions, visual and verbal cues, learning materials, and computers are appropriate for children with…
Descriptors: Auditory Perception, Classroom Techniques, Computer Uses in Education, Developmentally Appropriate Practices
Download full textEvans, Thomas J.; Traylor, Stacy L. – 1997
Students and teachers need to develop skills in using available technological capacities. The curriculum described here is designed to familiarize students and teachers with equipment and software available at the Escuela Internacional Sampedrana's Primary School (EIS) in Honduras. Key features of the curriculum include the use of the Internet and…
Descriptors: Class Activities, Computer Graphics, Computer Literacy, Computer Mediated Communication
Moyer, Joan, Ed. – 1995
This revised publication focuses on selection issues relating to multicultural anti-bias curriculum, diversity, and inclusion while giving special consideration to the use of computers in classrooms. The first part of the booklet deals with the learning environment. The first article, "Creating the Learning Environment: Context for Learning…
Descriptors: Classroom Environment, Computer Uses in Education, Cultural Pluralism, Curriculum Design
Brownell, Jeanine O'Nan – 2001
Inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach to early learning, this CD-ROM and Teacher's Guide invite young children on a journey with Ani, a friendly alien from another planet, to collect and learn about natural objects in seven different "learning centers." The CD-ROM program is designed to encourage creativity in science, art, and dramatic…
Descriptors: Art Activities, Class Activities, Computer Uses in Education, Developmentally Appropriate Practices
PDF pending restorationAdministration for Children, Youth, and Families (DHHS), Washington, DC. Head Start Bureau. – 1993
Head Start grantees play a critical role in the development and testing of new program approaches and service delivery models. This survey of program initiatives covers both Head Start program initiatives and developmentally appropriate curriculum materials. Each section includes an overview and profiles of programs, including grantee address,…
Descriptors: Bilingual Education, Child Health, Computer Uses in Education, Curriculum Development
Bickart, Toni S.; Jablon, Judy R.; Dodge, Diane Trister – 1999
Addressed primarily to elementary school teachers working with children in grades one through three and grounded in developmentally appropriate practice, this book provides a practical framework for making teaching effective and learning meaningful for children in these early grades. Chapters in Part 1 of the book each present one of six teaching…
Descriptors: Class Activities, Classroom Environment, Classroom Techniques, Computer Uses in Education
