Strong Programs of Education and Services for Children and Adults requiring Special Kinds of Instruction, 1974

(1974) Strong Programs of Education and Services for Children and Adults requiring Special Kinds of Instruction, 1974. Education, Department of

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Abstract

Educational problems facing our state in the 1970s none needs greater emphasis than early childhood education. Although most public officials and educators acknowledge the importance of the early childhood years, there is little or no consensus as to what kind or how much trainl113 should be offered or required of early childhood children. While all the public schools of Iowa offer kindergarten course, few pre-kindergartens programs are available. If early childhood education Lou programs are to be effectively developed, an analysis of programs already in existence, actual operating and capital costa, short and long range benefits, teaching needs, and possible program alternatives for youngsters during these formative years must be made.