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Technology Integration in Early Childhood Education

by Emily Taylor 1,*
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FER  2022 4(2):35; https://doi.org/10.69610/j.fer.20221230
Received: 27 October 2022 / Accepted: 24 November 2022 / Published Online: 30 December 2022
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This paper explores the integration of technology in early childhood education, focusing on its impact on learning outcomes, teacher pedagogy, and curriculum development. The study examines how various technological tools, such as interactive whiteboards, educational apps, and online resources, are being utilized in early childhood classrooms. It investigates the challenges faced by educators in adopting these technologies and highlights the importance of professional development to ensure effective implementation. The findings suggest that technology integration can lead to enhanced learning experiences and improved teacher-child interactions. However, it also emphasizes the need for careful consideration of the potential drawbacks, such as increased screen time and the digital divide. This paper underscores the importance of a balanced approach to technology integration, ensuring that it complements and enriches early childhood education rather than replacing traditional teaching methods.

Keywords: Early Childhood Education; Technology Integration; Pedagogical Impact; Learning Outcomes; Teacher Professional Development.;
Copyright: © 2022 by Taylor. This is an open-access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY) (Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License). The use, distribution or reproduction in other forums is permitted, provided the original author(s) or licensor are credited and that the original publication in this journal is cited, in accordance with accepted academic practice. No use, distribution or reproduction is permitted which does not comply with these terms.
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Taylor, E. (2022). Technology Integration in Early Childhood Education. Frontiers of Educational Review, 4(2), 35. doi:10.69610/j.fer.20221230
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Taylor, E. Technology Integration in Early Childhood Education. Frontiers of Educational Review, 2022, 4, 35. doi:10.69610/j.fer.20221230
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Taylor E. Technology Integration in Early Childhood Education. Frontiers of Educational Review; 2022, 4(2):35. doi:10.69610/j.fer.20221230
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Taylor, Emily 2022. "Technology Integration in Early Childhood Education" Frontiers of Educational Review 4, no.2:35. doi:10.69610/j.fer.20221230

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Taylor, E. (2022). Technology Integration in Early Childhood Education. Frontiers of Educational Review, 4(2), 35. doi:10.69610/j.fer.20221230

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