The "Handbook of Research Methods in Early Childhood Education" brings together in one source research techniques that researchers can use to collect data for studies that contribute to the knowledge in early childhood education. To conduct valid and reliable studies, researchers need to be knowledgeable about numerous research…

This 64-page booklet was produced to provide preservice teachers with a realistic view of situations they may encounter in the science classroom. It is the authors' intention to provide a means for inexperienced teachers "to bridge the gap between idealized preservice preparation and professional teaching." The material is classified into chapters…

This workbook is designed to help student teachers and paraprofessionals involved in early childhood programs evaluate their reactions to problem situations and assess their teaching potential based on past performance, individual preferences and attitudes, and evaluations by others. The first section contains perforated worksheets presenting…