Murray, J. (2017) Small is beautiful. International Journal of Early Years Education. 25(2), pp. 95-97. 0966-9760.
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| Item Type: | Article |
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| Abstract: | This Editorial introduces eight original articles, seven of which report new empirical studies. The Editorial argues for the value of small-scale research in the field of early childhood in an increasingly globalised context. We are currently navigating an unprecedented level of international policy focus on early childhood development. For so long a space characterised by low status and funds to match, early childhood development is now in the sights of large global organisations with money. The World Bank, the OECD and the United Nations have recognised the potential of investment in children’s earliest years to return human capacity. Now, along with many national governments, these organisations’ policies are beginning to reflect that recognition. Mechanisms to monitor investment return globally are beginning to emerge… |
| Uncontrolled Keywords: | Early childhood education, early years education, global approaches to early childhood, international approaches to early childhood, small-scale research |
| Subjects: | H Social Sciences > HQ The family. Marriage. Women > HQ767 Children. Child development |
| Creators: | Murray, Jane |
| Publisher: | Taylor & Francis |
| Faculties, Divisions and Institutes: |
University Faculties, Divisions and Research Centres - OLD > Research Centre > Centre for Special Needs Education and Research University Faculties, Divisions and Research Centres - OLD > Research Centre > Centre for Education and Research Research Centres > Centre for Education and Research |
| Date: | 11 April 2017 |
| Date Type: | Published Online |
| Page Range: | pp. 95-97 |
| Journal or Publication Title: | International Journal of Early Years Education |
| Volume: | 25 |
| Number: | 2 |
| Language: | English |
| DOI: | https://doi.org/10.1080/09669760.2017.1310799 |
| ISSN: | 0966-9760 |
| Status: | Published / Disseminated |
| URI: | http://nectar.northampton.ac.uk/id/eprint/9420 |
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