EJ637860 PS532493
Title: Preparing the Workforce: Early Childhood Teacher Preparation at 2- and 4-year Institutions of Higher Education.
Author(s): Early, Diane M.; Winton, Pamela J.
Source: Early Childhood Research Quarterly, v16 n3 p285-306 2001
Publication Date: 2001
Notes: For commentary, see article by File, PS 532 494, in this issue.
ISSN: 0885-2006
Language: English
Document Type: Journal articles (080); Reports--Research (143)
Journal Announcement: CIJMAY2002
Details investigation of characteristics of early childhood teacher preparation programs at 2- and 4-year institutions through a survey of program chairs or directors. Presents findings on faculty characteristics, including racial makeup; course and practica requirements; comparisons between early childhood programs and the institutions as whole entities; challenges facing these programs; and, where appropriate, comparisons between 2- and 4-year schools. (JPB)
Descriptors: *Administrators; *Early Childhood Education; *Educational Environment; Higher Education; Program Content; Program Descriptions; *Program Evaluation; Teacher Characteristics; Teacher Education Curriculum; *Teacher Education Programs
