Upcoming Early Childhood Trends

Three of the changes occurring in early childhood education that influence the practice of early childhood professionals in the coming years are:

1. A push toward early literacy: Educational professionals are focusing on early literacy in early education programs, to promote lifelong literacy.
2. The utilization of technology: Technology incorporation is being utilized in the classroom as a means to educate children, using as many resources as possible.
3. The increase of standardized testing: Standardized tests and Value Added assessments are influencing the practice of early childhood professionals, by providing a measurement for assessment, which assists the professionals with the material that they teach, and how that material is presented.