EEC 304: Integrated Methods Early Childhood Education: Internet Resources

"The goal of the Center for Early Literacy Learning (CELL) is to promote the adoption and sustained use of evidence-based early literacy learning practices. This site has resources for early childhood intervention practitioners, parents, and other caregivers of children, birth to five years of age, with identified disabilities, developmental delays, and those at-risk for poor outcomes."

From "Our Mission": "One of 22 Comprehensive Centers funded by the U.S. Department of Education’s Office of Elementary and Secondary Education, the Center on Enhancing Early Learning Outcomes (CEELO) will strengthen the capacity of State Education Agencies (SEAs) to lead sustained improvements in early learning opportunities and outcomes. CEELO will work in partnership with SEAs, state and local early childhood leaders, and other federal and national technical assistance (TA) providers to promote innovation and accountability."

From "About CTD": "The Center on Technology and Disability (CTD) is funded by the U.S. Department of Education’s Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP). The Center is designed to increase the capacity of families and providers to advocate for, acquire, and implement effective assistive and instructional technology (AT/IT) practices, devices, and services. Research-based technologies, used appropriately, have great potential to help infants, toddlers, children, and youth with disabilities participate fully in daily routines; have increased access to the general educational curriculum; improve their functional outcomes and educational results; and meet college- and career-ready standards."

"The Division for Early Childhood (DEC) promotes policies and advances evidence-based practices that support families and enhance the optimal development of young children (0-8) who have or are at risk for developmental delays and disabilities. DEC is an international membership organization for those who work with or on behalf of young children (0-8) with disabilities and other special needs and their families."

An organization partnered with the Office of Special Education Programs, among other groups, to support states in creating, implementing, and evaluating Early Childhood Intervention (ECI) systems for children ages birth to five years old who qualify for services under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). Use the map on the homepage to browse personnel standards by state, browse Resources, and more.

"Find the latest information about ED's work in supporting our nation's youngest learners." Includes information about the Race to the Top Early Learning challenge and other various resources.

Provides free content, including lesson plans, practical information for educators, information on how to integrate technology in the classroom, and articles written by education experts.

ERIC is an online library of education research and information, sponsored by the Institute of Education Sciences (IES) of the U.S. Department of Education. Full-text not available for all articles. Please contact a Huskins librarian if you would like help locating the full text of a particular article.

This website offers a wide array of test preparation information, including for Praxis assessments. To access Praxis materials, click on "The Praxis Series." Please note that, while some preparatory materials do require payment, many others (including tips, videos, etc.) are free of charge.

From "About FPG": "The mission of the Frank Porter Graham Child Development Institute (FPG) is to enhance the lives of children and families through interdisciplinary research, technical assistance, professional development, and implementation science. FPG generates knowledge, informs policies, and supports practices to promote positive developmental and educational outcomes for children of all backgrounds and abilities from the earliest years."

has specific DPI goals and objectives for classroom subjects and grade levels for North Carolina.

Art lesson plans and tips for children of all ages.

From "About": "Let's Participate! is a model demonstration project designed to assist IDEA Part C and Part B preschool programs in implementing and sustaining promising practices in the effective use of assistive technology (AT) by infants, toddlers, and preschool children with disabilities and, as a result, improve their functional outcomes."

"The National Lekotek Center, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, provides an array of services to improve the lives of children with special needs through the utilization of toys and play." Borrow toys from the lending library, view toy ratings and reviews, find playgroups, access training courses, and more.

Demographics and statistics related to North Carolina. Click on "Facts and Figures" (top right) to get started.

Selected statistical data from the NCDPI on students, personnel and finances.

A consortium of agencies cooperating with the US Bureau of the Census to provide the public with data about the state and its component geographic areas.

A wealth of information for early childhood professionals, including NC state laws and regulations, licensing information, state statistics (see NC Childcare Snapshot), program information, and more.

Contains addresses and phone numbers of every NC public, federal, or charter school, all employees of the DPI, contact information for education organizations, associations, and educational material suppliers.

Find information about projected job growth or loss, wages, job summaries, required education, and more for careers in education, training, and library occupations.

"The Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP) is dedicated to improving results for infants, toddlers, children and youth with disabilities ages birth through 21 by providing leadership and financial support to assist states and local districts."

From "About Scout": "Scout is an information clearinghouse with online resources on all aspects of visual impairments and blindness. This site is maintained by the Training and Educational Resources Program at Perkins School for the Blind."

Links to the information needed to apply for a teaching job in North Carolina.

A a free digital media service for educational use from public broadcasting and its partners. Find thousands of media resources, support materials, and tools for classroom lessons, individualized learning programs, and teacher professional learning communities.

Provides resources to help caregivers and parents give children ages birth to three years a great start in life. Use the Explore our Topics tab to browse popular subjects, or check out the Find Resources and Services tab to find professional development resources and events.