ECSIF
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| Introduction | The Early Childhood Science Interest Forum grew out of a gathering in May 2010 at the University of Northern Iowa, sponsored by the Center for Early Education in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. Our goals are: 1. to build understanding of the nature of quality science teaching and learning; 2. to promote public understanding of the importance of inquiry-based science curriculum and appropriate content and awareness of what young children are capable of doing and learning; 3. to provide opportunities for the exchange of effective strategies and quality materials for teaching science; 4. to identify and provide resources to AEYC Affiliates when they want to plan science-related professional development opportunities or other science-related events; 5. to support efforts to expand professional development opportunities for teachers and administrators; and 6. establish and maintain a collaborative relationship with other professional organizations with similar goals, such as the National Science Teachers Association, the Council for Elementary Science Education, and the Association of Constructivist Teaching. |
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| Interests | This blog intends to connect early childhood educators for the purpose of creating a national dialogue around issues related to science teaching and learning. |