Literature Review:Inclusive Education in Early Childhood

This literature review provides an overview of existing research and compares,and contrasts aims and definitions of Inclusive Education(IE)policies in China and Australia.It begins with the development of IE in each country;then it describes definition and concept of IE.The last section summarizes research in early childhood education in both countries.

A Critical Analysis of Education for Sustainability in Early Childhood Curriculum Documents in China and Norway

Purpose:This article examines how early childhood curriculum documents in two culturally different contexts are associated with current concepts of sustainability and principles of early childhood education for sustainability(ECEfS)in China and Norway.Design/Approach/Methods:Applying critical document analysis,the study explores a number of landmark curriculum documents from China and Norway,comparing the ways in which ECEfS is conceptualized,including the concept of sustainability,children as agents of change for sustainability,and sustainability in young children’s everyday lives.Findings:Corresponding to the analytical framework,China and Norway attach different importance to the three dimensions of sustainability-social-cultural,economic,and environmental.For example,Norway has a more autonomous view of children’s agency,while China gives more emphasis to teachers’support.The two countries also have different perspectives on how to work with families and communities based on significantly different traditions and institutions.The comparative document analysis argues that predominant cultural dimensions in each context,such as collectivist and individualistic factors,may shape the understandings of sustainability in each country’s early years’curriculum documents.Originality/Values:By broadening the focus on the social-cultural aspects of sustainability,this study extends the development of a culturally inclusive understanding of the concept of sustainability and contextualized/localized approaches to ECEfS across the globe.

Curriculum Hybridization and Cultural Glocalization:A Scoping Review of International Research on Early Childhood Curriculum in China and Singapore

Purpose:This article presents a scoping review of the internationally published research on the early childhood curriculum(ECC)reforms,policies,measures,and effectiveness in China and Singapore,to explore the joint and interactive effects of globalization and localization in ECC in twodifferent contexts.Design/Approach/Methods:We reviewed and analyzed the chosen studies with a multilevel curriculum framework:formal curriculum,perceived curriculum,operational curriculum,and curriculum ideology.Findings:The synthesis of evidence indicated that in both China and Singapore(l)a constructivist orientation is relied upon to construct the formal curricula;(2)the perceived curricula have been heavily influenced by the indigenous values and contextual realities;and(3)the Western ideology embedded in the formal curricula has not been realized,as reflected in the operational curricula.Originality/Value:The phenomenon of curriculum hybridization has been scrutinized to explain these findings regarding curriculum ideologies and practices.As confirmed by the findings and theoretical explanations,the 3CAPs framework(culturally,contextually,and child-individually appropriate practices)can be employed to guide the development of ECC in policies and practices.

The Influenceof Cultureon Early Childhood Education Curriculum in the UAE

Purpose:This article provides an overview of how childhood curriculum in the United Arab Emirates(UAE)is designed to serve cultural values.Design/Approach/Methods:The framework of kindergarten curriculum adopts the uniqueness of children laying the foundation for their cultural identity.This paper provides a description of how this is achieved through a case study of the kindergarten curriculum in the UAE.Findings:The core elements of Emirati culture are delivered in the early childhood education(ECE)curriculum,which is influenced by global practices.Islamic studies is a key component in the Emirati kindergarten curriculum,which is designed to help children practice principles of religion,with the main Islamic values of gratitude and charity as aspects that are deeply embedded.Similarly,through social studies,children learn about Emirati heritage and culture.In addition to exposure to world communities,the learning experience engages children in authentic stories that relate to their personal lives,families,and community to build national awareness.Originality/Value:This paper sheds light on ECE in the UAE.Although the topic is of interest to UAE policymakers and educators and the global audience interested in UAE education,there is no study to the researcher's best knowledge that has examined the influence of the UAE culture on ECEcurriculum.

Implementing the National Curriculum Reform In China:A Review of the Decade

In China,the eighth round of national curriculum reform(NCR)is the most serious,systematic,and ambitious attempt to transform the basic education curriculum system since 1949.Through a review of the contexts,processes and outcomes of the implementation of the NCR from 2001-2011,this paper provides a further discussion on three pairs of apparently conflicting aspects:policy borrowing or policy learning;revolution or evolution;success or failure.It enriches our understanding of the implementation of large-scale reform in a non-western context like China in the following ways:Firstly,the NCR is China’s reaction against as well as response to the requirements of the current era of globalization;secondly,the debates and setbacks during the implementation of the NCR are not necessarily destructive,and a more integrative view should be adopted by the NCR on the balance between tradition and innovation,between localized concerns and global perspectives;thirdly,it is not wise to make a rash judgment on the reform outcomes of the NCR,especially the invisible and profound cultural changes.All those who are concerned about the evaluation of the NCR may need to rethink and clarify their views and positions on the purpose of education.

Between the Foreground and the Background Lies the Middle Ground:Painting a Harmonious Early Childhood Curriculum Landscape

Highlights This commentary centers on one of the insightful articles in this Special Issue:"Curriculum Hybridization and Cultural Glocalization:A Scoping Review of International Research on Early Childhood Curriculum in China and Singapore,"authored by Yang and Li(2022).The commented article provides insights and directions regarding early childhood curriculum policy and practice in China and Singapore.Aligning with Yang and Li's(2022)findings,this commentary further paints a new threecomponent framework(the foreground,the background,and the middle ground)for understanding and harmonizing the global-local dissonance in the early childhood curriculum landscape.Leveraging both hindsight and foresight,this commentary also provides insights for policy and practice to advance a harmonious early childhood curriculum landscape in China and Singapore as well as in other societies confronted with similar predicaments.

China’s New National Curriculum Reform:Innovation,challenges and strategies

This paper presents systematically China’s New National Curriculum Reform(CNNCR).It covers the background,origin,essence,goals,features,evolvement,schedule,implementation,the alignment in primary,secondary and middle schools’curricula and inter-subjects,the outcomes and the challenges and strategies of CNNCR.

新药研究与开发课程思政教学探索

在新药研究与开发课程教学中融入课程思政理念,将其与学科教学内容融合,发挥思政课程与课程思政的协同效应,是以专业技能知识为载体开展育人工作的必由之路。这一教学改革可有效推进以创新为核心的学生综合能力培养,是成功实现“健康中国”战略下复合型药学人才培养的有效途径。

“中国健康体育课程模式”视野下武术课程改革的思考

以我国学校武术课程改革作为研究对象,主要运用文献资料、逻辑分析等研究方法,以“中国健康体育课程模式”的理论与实践成果为依据,针对我国学校武术课程改革这一问题进行了分析与讨论,提出“一个出发点”“两个着眼点”“四个切入点”。研究认为:当前我国学校武术课程的改革,应当以解决我国学校武术教育长期存在的问题为出发点,着眼于学校武术课程目标的重新定位和学校武术课程内容标准的革新两个方面,从贯彻和执行“运动密度”和“运动强度”的课程标准,探寻“易解、易能、易效”的武术教学形式与内容,创设“以兴趣为引导”的“趣味性”学校武术课堂,夯实“传承传统文化、培育民族精神”的教育目的等四个切入点,勇于探索、勇于实践,旨在开辟我国学校武术课程改革的新路径,展现我国学校武术教育事业的新景象。

来华留学研究生“国际商务”课程思政教学探索

在教育国际化背景下,高校如何提高留学生教育质量,开展留学生思政教育成为新的课题。通过在国内学者有关课程思政建设的研究基础上,以“国际商务”课程为例,以习近平新时代中国特色社会主义思想主题教育、中华国情教育、中华优秀传统文化教育作为来华留学研究生课程思政的基本内容,通过教学引导、案例分析、专题讨论及任务教学等教学方法,设计教学内容与思政元素融入点,旨在培养来华留学研究生成为知华、友华、爱华的高层次国际化人才,为实现民心相通打下坚实的人才基础。

ChatGPT在幼儿教育领域中的潜力:支持职前幼儿园教师教学活动设计的研究

ChatGPT的问题导向生成能力与幼儿园教师以儿童为本生成活动的能力相似,使职前幼儿园教师专业发展的机遇和风险并存。采用混合研究方法,探讨职前幼儿教师对同一个教学目标下教科书活动案例和ChatGPT生成的活动的质量评估。研究发现:1)ChatGPT生成的活动在目标契合度和主体体验方面获得较高评价,但在实施可行性和语言表达方面受到质疑;2)ChatGPT具有支持职前幼儿园教师创建活动设计的能力,其所生成的活动质量在总体上得到了认可并且教师的主观建构能力也在对其质量评价中得以体现;3)为了最大程度发挥ChatGPT支持职前幼儿园教师创设活动计划的潜力,未来职前幼儿园教师教育应走向“问学”和教学实践的有机结合。

Lessons from the British Early Childhood Education and Qualification Certification System for Early Childhood Education in China

This paper explores the early childhood education systems in the United Kingdom(UK)and China,providing valuable insights and lessons for improving early childhood education in China.It discusses key aspects of education philosophy,teacher training and professional development,qualification certification and standards,policy recommendations,and future prospects.The UK’s emphasis on child-centered education,the use of play-based learning methods,and the recognition of the importance of social and emotional development serve as valuable lessons for China’s early childhood education system.Additionally,the paper highlights the need for unified national standards and certification,higher entry requirements for teachers,ongoing professional development,practical experience for teachers,and diverse certification pathways.The future of early childhood education in China includes raising the social status of early childhood educators,integrating digital education and technology,promoting interdisciplinary education,enhancing collaboration between families and schools,and addressing the needs of special children.

Competence for Students’Future:Curriculum Change and Policy Redesign in China

Purpose:This article aims to provide a policy review of the new national curriculum program and standards for high school education announced in January 2018 and analyze the key features of curriculum change in China.Design/Approach/Methods:Applying textual analysis,this article interprets the significant changes in the national curriculum program and standards and further discusses these changes based on literature and research on curriculum.Findings:Corresponding to the international trends on core competencies,China takes a further step and designs subject core competencies to narrow the gap between theories,policy,and practice.The new national curriculum highlights the coherent design in curriculum,textbooks,teaching,and assessment.Yet there are still puzzles and challenges in high stakes examination,diverse contexts,and curriculum implementation.Originality/Value:This article might facilitate the understanding of the current high school curriculum in China,especially on its features,changes,contexts,and history.

Current Status and Trends of Fiscal Support for Early Childhood Education in China

Early childhood education is recognized globally as a critical stage in a child’s development,fostering cognitive,emotional,social,and physical growth.The quality and accessibility of early childhood education are of paramount importance for a nation’s future development.This paper explores the current status and trends of fiscal support for early childhood education in China.By analyzing the evolution of early childhood education policies,government funding,and international experiences,this study aims to provide insights into the impact of fiscal support on the quality and accessibility of early childhood education.It also addresses existing challenges and offers policy recommendations for the advancement of early childhood education in China.

儿童劳动课程的建构及实施

劳动是深化儿童学习、促进儿童全面成人的重要手段,是儿童认识世界和改造世界的重要方法。幼儿园劳动课程建设应以赋能幼儿成长为目标,以幼儿生活为基础,通过内容和场域的拓展来提升幼儿对劳动的参与水平。劳动课程的组织应关注幼儿劳动经验的全链条发展和个性化发展,通过赋予幼儿不同劳动角色、建构全方位的劳动支持体系、拓展幼儿劳动场域等方式提升劳动课程实施水平。

论游戏在我国学前教育课程中的地位演进及其启示

考察游戏在我国学前教育课程中的地位变迁可以发现:游戏最先只是蒙学教育的诱导手段;近代以来逐渐成为学前教育的课程内容,然只有部分游戏受到重视;新中国成立后游戏作为学前教育课程基本活动的地位逐步确立;21世纪以来,人们就游戏与课程的融合与转化开展了许多有益的探索,出现了“课程游戏化”“游戏课程化”“游戏课程”等游戏与课程融合的理念。游戏在我国学前教育课程中地位的变迁,逐步彰显了儿童视角,反映了保护儿童的游戏权及游戏的本体价值等价值取向。游戏与课程的互生与共生是当下乃至未来我国学前教育课程改革的基本追求。实现这一愿景,应进一步依托《幼儿园保育教育质量评估指南》,加强儿童立场与扎根本土的学前教育游戏课程建设。

澳大利亚幼儿教师政策发展的新图景——基于《塑造我们的未来:实施和评估计划》的分析

幼儿教师是影响各国幼儿教育高质量发展的核心要素。为进一步提高幼儿教师培养质量、缓解幼儿教师供需矛盾严峻态势、推动幼儿教育高质量发展,澳大利亚联邦政府推出了《塑造我们的未来:实施和评估计划》。该计划从幼儿教师人才培养和人才留用两个方面着手,从源头上解决幼儿教师“引得进、育得专、教得好”等关键问题,以及从根本上解决幼儿教师“留得住、做得久”等核心问题。为此,围绕该计划澳大利亚教育部门针对幼儿教师进行了一系列政策部署:出台多种激励举措,简化教师注册流程;开发多种类型课程,进行全阶段培训;实施在线微认证,拓宽职业路径;增加财政投入,改善职业环境;推出心理健康项目,建立学习社群。这一系列政策体现出供需平衡、双向提升、协同融合、共融互促、相互融通等特点,有助于促进幼儿教师专业成长、提升幼儿教育质量。该计划虽然施行仅1年时间,其成效还有待检验,但对我国建设幼儿教育师资队伍、解决幼儿教师“引、育、留”等问题仍具有启发意义。

健康中国战略背景下高校体育课程的改革策略

课程是学校传播文化、传授知识的核心所在,课程改革更是高校体育进行教育教学发展的关键。在国家高度重视、社会密切关注健康发展的大背景下,“健康中国”战略随之提出,推动体育从教育舞台边缘逐渐走向教育“C位”,为了更好的迎合体育在社会中地位的转变,加快高校体育课程改革成为了关键。在“健康中国”背景下高校体育课程改革不仅是高校教育教学模式改变的必然趋势,同时也是新时代体育发展的现实需求,更是学生个性化发展、文化传播的重要载体。通过对当前高校体育课程改革进行审视,明确改革“痛点”“难点”,从价值取向选择、课程主体间新理念、体育课程改革话语、体育课程核心素养提出了几点改革策略,旨在结合时代要求推动高校体育实现创新发展。

课程游戏化在幼儿教育中的运用

幼儿天生充满好奇心,游戏化设计可以与他们的好奇心相契合,激发他们对学习的主动探索欲望。本文叙述课程游戏化在激发学习兴趣方面的应用,探讨如何通过将课程内容嵌入有趣的游戏场景中,激发幼儿的学习兴趣和好奇心,强调生动活泼的学习体验对于幼儿认知的积极影响。

The Authority of Age： Institutions for Childhood Development in China, 1895-1910

The structure of aged-based education and the science of childhood development were introduced to China in the last decades of the Qing dynasty. Drawing on period textbooks, journal articles, and school documents for women and children, this study argues that the theory of childhood development helped shape socialized play and citizenship training in new schools. These new institutions followed scientific insights about childhood development in terms of both physical and emotional growth. Educators hoped to found schools that would inculcate respect for political authority within the classroom, and administrators took unprecedented steps in documenting and regulating children. Schools not only became places for disseminating learning, but also centers for gathering information about children and their families, as well as about childhood itself. The production of knowledge and the institutionalization of schools for preschool children helped usher in new trends that denaturalized childrearing outside of the family domain.