Challenges of Preparation and Utilization of Teaching Materials in Public Preschools Around Shashemene City
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2024-12
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Addis Ababa University
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Early childhood education is a crucial phase that significantly influences children's social, emotional, and cognitive development. The quality of teaching materials is a vital component of effective early education, directly affecting children's engagement and learning outcomes. However, public preschools in Ethiopia often face significant challenges in preparing and utilizing teaching materials. This study aims to investigate the complexities surrounding the preparation and utilization of teaching materials in public preschools around Shashemene City. The research employed a quantitative and qualitative approach, utilizing questionnaires interviews, and document analysis to gather data from preschool teachers and administrators. The findings reveal a multitude of interconnected challenges that public preschool teachers face. These include severe financial constraints leading to resource shortages, limited teacher training and professional development opportunities, insufficient administrative support, and the lack of culturally relevant teaching materials. The study also highlights the critical importance of high-quality teaching materials in supporting children's holistic development and promoting effective early childhood education. The study provides evidence-based recommendations to address these challenges, such as increasing funding allocations, enhancing teacher training programs, strengthening administrative support, and prioritizing the development of culturally responsive teaching materials. These findings can inform policy decisions and guide efforts to improve the
quality of early childhood education in Ethiopia.
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Teaching Materials in Public Preschools Around