Share Paper: Syncing with families: Engagement strategies in early childhood programs

  1. Jade Burris, West Chester University of PA, United States
Tuesday, March 7 5:30 PM-7:00 PM Capitol Ballroom D & E

Abstract: This pilot study conducted with eight early childhood program directors investigated the use of technology for family involvement. In the United States, the field of early childhood is critical in helping families work and preparing young children to success in school and in life. The quality of the relationship that programs build with families has an undeniable impact on the child's development. Directors were surveyed on how their programs target Epstein’s six types of involvement (parenting, communicating, volunteering, learning at home, decision making, and collaborating with the community). Program directors were asked about their current, developing, or missing practices using ...