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From: Malcolm Lewis <[log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>>
Date: 27 September 2012 04:50:05 BST
To: "[log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>" <[log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>>
Subject: New evidence reviews on Indigenous kids early life from Australia
Reply-To: Social Determinants of Health <[log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>>
Early learning programs that promote children’s developmental and educational outcomes
This paper shows that high-quality education and care programs in the years before school can help reduce the relatively higher levels of developmental disadvantage experienced by Indigenous children when they start school, particularly related to literacy and numeracy skills. Uptake of these programs by Indigenous families is enhanced when services are developed in partnership with local communities, are welcoming and respectful of families and value the strengths of Indigenous children.
FREE PDF 17 pages http://bit.ly/Qy9Pl0
Parenting in the early years: effectiveness of parenting support programs for Indigenous families
This paper suggests early intervention parenting programs may be effective in reducing problem and risk behaviour among Indigenous children at home and school, and in increasing parental confidence. However, more research is needed to determine the effectiveness of parenting education and home visiting programs for Indigenous families.
FREE PDF 15 pages http://bit.ly/RjvX2a
Improving access to urban and regional early childhood services
This paper suggests a range of principles that reduce barriers and promote engagement to improve access of Indigenous families to early childhood services. These include: understanding local Indigenous childrearing practices and beliefs and maintaining their centrality as much as possible; involving the local community and Elders in planning and delivering services and training; and employing local Indigenous people in early childhood service agencies.
FREE PDF 17 pages http://bit.ly/SBY5jl
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Malcolm Lewis
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