Using Technology in Early Childhood Environments to Strengthen Cultural Connections

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Meadows, M. (2004). Using Technology in Early Childhood Environments to Strengthen Cultural Connections. Information Technology in Childhood Education Annual, 2004(1), 39-47. AACE.
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Journal Information

Information Technology in Childhood Education Annual
ISSN 1522-8185
Volume 2004, Issue 1, 2004
Association for the Advancement of Computing in Education (AACE)

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Author

Mikki Meadows, Eastern Illinois University, USA

Abstract

This article will discuss the use of technology with young children to strengthen cultural connections. A brief discussion of the use of technology in the field of Early Childhood Education and a brief discussion of diversity and cultural issues is followed by specific ways in which technology can be utilized to help young children understand differences among people, discuss their own culture and its meaning in their lives, and explore the cultures of the world.

Keywords

• Early Childhood Education
• Children
• Multicultural Education
• Professional Development

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