Explore the efficacy of eKindy: Building capacity and supporting positive learning outcomes for children: Final Report

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Brown, Alice, Turner, Michelle and Kimber, Megan. 2023. Explore the efficacy of eKindy: Building capacity and supporting positive learning outcomes for children: Final Report. Australia. University of Southern Queensland.

Title	Explore the efficacy of eKindy: Building capacity and supporting positive learning outcomes for children: Final Report
Report Type	Project report
Research Report Category	Not for profit
Authors	Brown, Alice, Turner, Michelle and Kimber, Megan
Institution of Origin	University of Southern Queensland
Page Range	1-41
Number of Pages	41
Year	2023
Publisher	University of Southern Queensland
Place of Publication	Australia
Abstract	This report highlights key points in the literature, and key findings from two research projects investigating the efficacy of the eKindy program. The literature review draws attention to early learning contributing to positive outcomes later in life, parents as first teachers, and early childhood teachers forming partnerships with parents to further parents’ role as first teachers. Initiatives such as eKindy can, therefore, contribute significantly to early learning for young children, particularly those with limited access to a physical ‘pre-school’ through increasing access and equity. The review draws attention to virtual early childhood programs being brought into focus during COVID-19 lockdowns, suggesting the ongoing and need for flexibility in the provision of early childhood education.
Keywords	early childhood; education; children; teachers; e-learning; parents
ANZSRC Field of Research 2020	390302. Early childhood education
Public Notes	File reproduced in accordance with the copyright policy of the publisher/author.
Byline Affiliations	University of Southern Queensland

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