Preschool In 3 Cultures REVISITED
Authors and Overview
Joseph Tobin: Focuses on early childhood education and cultural practices' impact on learning.
Yeh Hsueh: Specializes in psychology and educational methodologies.
Mayumi Karasawa: Studies cultural psychology's influence on education.
Background
Original Publication: "Preschool in Three Cultures" (1989), analyzed preschool education in China, Japan, and the US, revealing differing educational philosophies.
Purpose of Revisited Study: To investigate globalization's impacts on preschool education two decades later.
Research Methodology
The authors revisited original preschools and examined new progressive schools, using video documentation to analyze daily interactions, classroom dynamics, and parental involvement.
Findings and Cultural Comparisons
Change in Preschool Education:
China: Shift to child-centered approaches influenced by modernization.
Japan: Stable practices focused on protecting children from globalization's effects.
United States: Mixed results; significant changes in funding yet stability in educational practices.
Cultural Resilience:
Each educational system reflects unique cultural values resistant to globalization pressures.
Educational Goals and Practices
China: Focus on creativity and critical thinking aligned with a changing job market.
Japan: Preserves traditional values in response to modernization.
United States: Shift towards academic readiness, raising debates on quality versus test preparedness.
Conclusion
Educational practices in these cultures show strong cultural identities, leading to diverse practices amidst globalization.
Anticipated Future Trends
Potential influence of Chinese education globally, and ongoing debate on balancing tradition with progressive practices in early education.
Preschool In 3 Cultures REVISITED
Authors and Overview
Joseph Tobin: Focuses on early childhood education and cultural practices' impact on learning.
Yeh Hsueh: Specializes in psychology and educational methodologies.
Mayumi Karasawa: Studies cultural psychology's influence on education.
Background
Original Publication: "Preschool in Three Cultures" (1989), analyzed preschool education in China, Japan, and the US, revealing differing educational philosophies.
Purpose of Revisited Study: To investigate globalization's impacts on preschool education two decades later.
Research Methodology
The authors revisited original preschools and examined new progressive schools, using video documentation to analyze daily interactions, classroom dynamics, and parental involvement.
Findings and Cultural Comparisons
Change in Preschool Education:
China: Shift to child-centered approaches influenced by modernization.
Japan: Stable practices focused on protecting children from globalization's effects.
United States: Mixed results; significant changes in funding yet stability in educational practices.
Cultural Resilience:
Each educational system reflects unique cultural values resistant to globalization pressures.
Educational Goals and Practices
China: Focus on creativity and critical thinking aligned with a changing job market.
Japan: Preserves traditional values in response to modernization.
United States: Shift towards academic readiness, raising debates on quality versus test preparedness.
Conclusion
Educational practices in these cultures show strong cultural identities, leading to diverse practices amidst globalization.
Anticipated Future Trends
Potential influence of Chinese education globally, and ongoing debate on balancing tradition with progressive practices in early education.
