Organizations and Associations:

 

Name: Highscope Educational Research Foundation

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URL: https://highscope.org                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            (https://ducklingselc.com/resources.html) 

Synopsis of Information: Highscope is a nonprofit organization that strives to deliver high-quality educational resources to educators in order to better the lives of children. These resources include professional learning workshops, assessment instruments, curriculum materials, and evaluation services to improve educational outcomes for children, families and communities. Ultimately, the goal of Highscope is shaping early childhood educators into the best they can be.

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Name: National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) 

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URL: https://www.naeyc.org/

 

Synopsis of Information: "The NAEYC is an association that focuses on educational and developmental services for children from birth to age eight.The Association administers a voluntary, national accreditation system for high-quality early childhood programs, sponsors a variety of initiatives to improve professional preparation of early childhood educators, and produces a wide array of early childhood resources. NAEYC membership provides participation in both national and local services through the Association's network of over 300 local, state, and regional Affiliates" (Council for Professional Recognition, 2017).

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Name: National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC) 

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URL: https://www.nafcc.org

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Synopsis of Information: The NAFCC works to strengthen the profession of family child care. The association supports one million family child care providers nationwide. The mission of the NAFCC is to support a network of providers in strengthening and expanding family child care services.

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Name: National Head Start Association (NHSA)

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URL: https://www.nhsa.org/

 

Synopsis of Information: NHSA meets the needs of Head Start children and their families. The association provides support for the Head Start community by advocating for policies to strengthen Head Start services; providing training and professional development to Head Start staff; and developing and disseminating research, information, and resources that strengthen Head Start program delivery.

 

Name: World Organization for Early Childhood Education - United States National Committee (OMEP-USNC)

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URL: http://old.worldomep.org/

 

Synopsis of Information: OMEP is the only worldwide non-governmental organization that focuses on education and welfare of young children, from birth to age eight. The organization works to improve early childhood education and support scientific research that can influence these conditions. Additionally, the USNC educates its members along with the public about issues relating to young children throughout the world.

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Related Websites:

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Name: ACF Office of Child Care

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URL: https://www.acf.hhs.gov/

 

Synopsis of Information: The Office of Child Care helps low-income working families receive financial assistance for child care. Additionally, the Office of Child care strives to improve the quality of care, education, and after school programs for young children.

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Name: National Child Care Information Center (NCCIC)

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URL: https://www.icf.com/work/social-programs/education

 

Synopsis of Information: "NCCIC is a national clearinghouse and technical assistance center linking parents, providers, policy-makers, researchers, and the public to early care and education information" (Council for Professional Recognition, 2017).

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Name: Pre-K Now

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URL: https://www.pewtrusts.org/en/projects/archived-projects/pre-k-now

 

Synopsis of Information: Pre-K Now collaborates with advocates and policymakers to promote high-quality, voluntary pre-kindergarten programs for all three- and four-year-olds.

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Name: Reggio Emilia

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URL: https://www.reggiochildren.it/en/?lang=en

 

Synopsis of Information: This philosophy comes from Italy, and is captivating educators across the globe. Inquiry-based questioning leads the way as children explore and make discoveries about the natural world around them. 

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Reference:

Administrator. (2017). Early Childhood Organizations. Retrieved                    November 30, 2019, from                                                                                    https://www.cdacouncil.org/resources/find-ece-organizations.