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Guidelines for virtual early childhood and family learning: An equity, diversity, inclusion, and decolonization-informed systematic review of the literature

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Authors

Heydon, R 
Akiwenzie, E 
Cooper, E 
Ghannoum, H 

Abstract

jats:p This article presents an equity-informed systematic review of research pertinent to the offering of virtual early childhood education programming to young children and their families. Findings are presented as guidelines which may shape the delivery of future programming within virtual contexts. These findings are organized within three major areas that were identified through the methodology: Building Connections and Fostering Online Relationships; Interactive Virtual Programming, Digital Tools, and Responsiveness; and Digital Technologies, Considerations for Access, Use, Professional Learning, and Safety. Findings highlight that developing inclusive, meaningful, and collaborative programs within virtual spaces is necessary for maximizing the learning opportunities and engagement of all children and families. Developing such services requires the careful negotiation and consideration of a range of worldviews, knowledges, priorities, and interests within unique families and contexts. Practice implications are drawn from the research, opportunities for pedagogical change are identified, and future research needs are provided. </jats:p>

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Peer reviewed: True


Funder: EarlyOn & Family Centres

Keywords

39 Education, 3904 Specialist Studies In Education, Pediatric, 8.1 Organisation and delivery of services, Generic health relevance, 4 Quality Education

Journal Title

Journal of Early Childhood Research

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Journal ISSN

1476-718X
1741-2927

Volume Title

22

Publisher

SAGE Publications