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Quality is the Common Language: How China and the United States Approach Systemic Early Learning Quality Improvement

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By: Dr.Liu Qian, East China Normal University, Zhiwen Tan, MCT Technology, Dr. Christopher Swanson, Johns Hopkins School of Education January 1, 2018
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This presentation covers the similarities and differences between China and US approaches to early learning, identifies areas of cross-cultural collaboration, and discusses a vision for QRIS as a global driver of quality child care and education.

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About BUILD

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The BUILD Initiative is a national effort that advances state work on behalf of young children (prenatal through five), their families, and communities. BUILD staff partner with early childhood state leaders focused on early learning, health and nutrition, mental health, child welfare, and family support and engagement to create the policies, infrastructure, and cross-sector connections necessary for quality and equity. BUILD provides consultation, planning, and tailored implementation assistance, learning opportunities, resources, and cross-state peer exchanges. These efforts help state leaders improve and expand access to quality and promote equitable outcomes for our youngest children.