The universal vs. targeted debate: Should the United States have preschool for all?

Author(s): Barnett, W. Steven; Brown, Kirsty; Shore, Rima;
Date Issued: April 2004
Publisher(s): National Institute for Early Education Research (U.S.)
Description: A summary of the advantages and disadvantages of targeted preschool programs specifically for special needs children versus universal programs for all preschool-aged children
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Funder(s): Pew Charitable Trusts
Source: (Preschool Policy Matters Issue 6). New Brunswick, NJ: National Institute for Early Education Research. Retrieved October 25, 2005, from http://nieer.org/resources/policybriefs/6.pdf
Topics: Children & Child Development > Special Needs Children & Special Child Populations > Special Needs

Programs, Interventions & Curricula > Programs > Preschool

Policies > Child Care & Early Education Policies > Universal Provision
Country: United States
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