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Sexton, David; Kelley, Michael; Aldridge, Jerry – Childhood Education, 1998
Introduces this special theme issue discussing tensions in education stemming from public school reform. Discusses the issue's focus on (1) standardized testing; (2) developmentally appropriate practice; and (3) full inclusion. Concludes that despite seemingly irreconcilable tensions, public schools have strong public support. (KB)
Descriptors: Developmentally Appropriate Practices, Educational Attitudes, Educational Change, Elementary Education

Hatcher, Barbara; And Others – Childhood Education, 1988
Describes children's games from around the world that can be used to broaden students' global awareness. The games are cooperative, authentic, representative of a variety of cultures, and developmentally appropriate for children of 4 through 12 years. (BB)
Descriptors: Childrens Games, Class Activities, Cultural Awareness, Cultural Differences

Whaley, Kimberlee; Swadener, Elizabeth Blue – Childhood Education, 1990
Discusses the developmental appropriateness of implementing multicultural education in infant and toddler programs. Suggests ways to help bring multicultural education into the infant and toddler classroom. (BB)
Descriptors: Child Caregivers, Cultural Differences, Day Care, Developmentally Appropriate Practices

Cesarone, Bernard – Childhood Education, 1998
Annotates selected ERIC documents and journal articles discussing issues related to developmentally appropriate practice (DAP). Topics include DAP in early childhood and elementary settings and regular and special education, the current debate regarding DAP and multicultural education, student evaluation, teachers' and parents' beliefs regarding…
Descriptors: Annotated Bibliographies, Classroom Environment, Developmentally Appropriate Practices, Early Childhood Education