{"product_id":"quality-assessment-of-chinese-preschools-developing-a-culturally-relevant-measure-9781032675190","title":"Quality Assessment of Chinese Preschools: Developing a Culturally Relevant Measure","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eThe Chinese Early Childhood Environment Rating Scale (CECERS) is a culturally appropriate tool for assessing the quality of Chinese preschools, based on ECERS and tailored to the Chinese context. It was developed through extensive research involving over 200 preschools and 500 classrooms and has been continuously adapted to improve quality. The book provides insights into the developmental profile and pedagogical characteristics of Chinese preschools and offers policy recommendations for improving their quality. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 134 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 29 February 2024\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Taylor \u0026amp; Francis Ltd\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis comprehensive book delves into the development of the Chinese Early Childhood Environment Rating Scale (CECERS), a culturally appropriate tool designed to assess the quality of Chinese preschools. It offers valuable insights into the developmental profile and pedagogical characteristics of these preschools, which have played a pivotal years in China's children's services over the past three decades.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe conceptual framework of CECERS is rooted in cultural contexts and draws upon the internationally recognized Early Childhood Education Quality Assessment (ECERS) tool, while incorporating additional components tailored to the unique needs of Chinese preschools. Extensive research involving over 200 preschools and 500 classrooms was conducted to ensure the validity and reliability of CECERS across different regions of China.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe content of CECERS has been continuously adapted based on the findings of these verification studies, reflecting the evolving landscape of Chinese preschool education. The author also addresses key issues related to improving the quality of Chinese preschools and presents relevant policy recommendations to foster their growth and development.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis book is a valuable resource for students and scholars of educational theory, as well as Chinese studies. It provides a deep understanding of the cultural nuances and educational challenges faced by Chinese preschools, offering valuable insights for cross-cultural scholars engaged in early childhood education research.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 430g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 234 x 156 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781032675190\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kejian Li","offers":[{"title":"Hardback","offer_id":45276683141370,"sku":"9781032675190","price":147.56,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1709316742700_book.jpg?v=1709451606","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/quality-assessment-of-chinese-preschools-developing-a-culturally-relevant-measure-9781032675190","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}