A Missing Voice?

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Title: A Missing Voice?
Authors: Stacey, Susan (AUTHOR)
Source: Exchange (19460406). Winter2025, Issue 280, p73-76. 4p. 4 Color Photographs.
Subject Terms: *Early childhood education, *Teacher researchers, *Play environments, *Learning, *Reflective learning, *Parenting, *Portfolios in education
Abstract: The article focuses on the significance of pedagogical documentation in early childhood education, emphasizing its role in honoring children's play, fostering family engagement, and promoting reflective practice among educators. It highlights the importance of including the educator's voice in documentation to enhance understanding and relationships with children and families. The text suggests that educators can use documentation as a tool for continuous learning and innovation by engaging in dialogue about their observations and questions. Ultimately, it advocates for a shift in perspective, encouraging educators to view themselves as researchers in their practice. [Extracted from the article]
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Abstract:The article focuses on the significance of pedagogical documentation in early childhood education, emphasizing its role in honoring children's play, fostering family engagement, and promoting reflective practice among educators. It highlights the importance of including the educator's voice in documentation to enhance understanding and relationships with children and families. The text suggests that educators can use documentation as a tool for continuous learning and innovation by engaging in dialogue about their observations and questions. Ultimately, it advocates for a shift in perspective, encouraging educators to view themselves as researchers in their practice. [Extracted from the article]
ISSN:19460406