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The Early Education and Child Development Special Interest Group (SIG) of the American Educational Research Association (AERA) is committed to advancing knowledge about early education and child development, and to encouraging scholarly inquiry that has implications for theory, policy and practice related to early education and development in the diverse contexts serving children from birth to age eight.
Our Statement on Equity and Justice: The Early Education and Child Development SIG is committeed to equity and justice for all children and families regardless of their backgrounds including race, ethnicity, gender, sexuality, disability, language, nationality, religion, class, or age. We fully embrace the diversity and inclusiveness of our society through our research, teaching, and service to the early childhood community.
Message from SIG Chair
Message from SIG Chair
Welcome to the AERA Early Education & Child Development (EE/CD) SIG!
Whether you've been part of this community for years or are just discovering us, you've found a group of people dedicated to understanding how young children learn, grow, and thrive and to making sure that research actually shapes the policies and practices that affect their lives.
Our SIG brings together scholars, educators, practitioners, and graduate students from across disciplines, all united by a shared commitment to early childhood and child development from birth to age eight. At the heart of that commitment is a belief that rigorous, thoughtful research should serve young children and the families, educators, and caregivers who love and support them, especially those who have been historically underserved.
Membership in the EE/CD SIG opens doors to a vibrant professional network. Each year at the AERA Annual Meeting, we come together for paper presentations, roundtable discussions, poster sessions, and symposia. Our SIG Business Meeting offers a chance to celebrate members' achievements and reconnect with colleagues near and far. Throughout the year, we offer additional opportunities to network and learn together. Our listserv and social media keep you in the loop on calls for proposals, service opportunities, and community news.
We'd love to see your work at next year's Annual Meeting. In the meantime, please remember to renew your membership annually. It's what keeps this community strong and ensures that early childhood and child development research remains a vital presence within AERA. Thank you for everything you do for young children, families, and educators.
Alison Hooper, Ph.D.
Associate Professor of Early Childhood Education, The University of Alabama
Early Education & Child Development SIG Chair
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