Pathways for Success: Supporting Diversity in the Early Childhood Workforce through Higher Education
This session was presented during the BUILD 2021 National Conference.
How can early childhood teacher preparation programs partner with the funding community to create a more stable and supportive student experience? The EDvance in California has created a network of partnerships that has resulted in unprecedented four-year graduation rates for ECE BA candidates. In this presentation, faculty, students, and a community partner will share perspectives on the structure of the program and its exceptional impact on participants.
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