Early Adolescence, Journal of
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For over 25 years the Journal of Early Adolescence, published quarterly, clarifies and analyzes significant advances and issues from diverse developmental contexts (peer, family, and community), such as education motivation and achievement, identity development (self-esteem and self-concept), problem behaviors (health risks, reactions to stress), sexuality, the importance of culture, as well as in-depth discussions on research design and methodology. Each article or review goes through vigorous peer review by at least two members of an international, multi-disciplinary panel of experts. Recent articles include: Relationships Among Involvement, Attachment, and Behavioral Problems in Adolescence: Examining Father's Influence; Positive Youth Development A View of the Issues; and Thriving in Adolescence: The Voices of Youth-Serving Practitioners, Parents, and Early and Late Adolescents.

Early Childhood Research, Journal of
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The Journal of Early Childhood Research provides an international interdisciplinary forum for the dissemination of early childhood research, bridging cross-disciplinary areas and applying theory and research within the professional community. This reflects the world-wide growth in research on learning and development in early childhood and the impact of this on provision. The journal will have particular relevance to policy-makers and practitioners working in fields related to early childhood. Recent Articles Include: The Culture of a Home Visit in Early Intervention; Understanding Early Childhood Leadership: Emerging Competencies in the Context of Relationships; And Multi-Agency Working: Models, Challenges and Key Factors For Success.

Educational Policy
An Interdisciplinary Journal of Policy and Practice
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Educational Policy provides an interdisciplinary forum for improving education in primary and secondary schools, as well as in higher education and non school settings. Educational Policy blends the best of educational research with the world of practice, making it a valuable resource for educators, policy makers, administrators, researchers, teachers, and graduate students. Educational Policy is concerned with the practical consequences of policy decisions and alternatives. It examines the relationship between educational policy and educational practice, and sheds new light on important debates and controversies within the field. Recent articles include: A Framework for Assessing the Impact of Education Reforms on School Capacity: Insights from Studies of High-Stakes Accountability Initiatives; Modeling Creative and Courageous School Leadership Through District-Community-University Partnerships; and Message in a Model: Teachers' Responses to a Court-Ordered Mandate for Curriculum Reform.

Emotional Abuse, Journal of
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The interdisciplinary Journal of Emotional Abuse provides a forum for interaction among practitioners, policymakers, and researchers in mental health, social services, law, child development, social and industrial systems, education, child protection, religion, medicine, nursing, and business. Since emotional abuse is only now emerging as a field of concern, part of the function of this journal will be to facilitate a growing understanding in the field. Recent articles include: Children Exposed to Interparental Violence: Does Parenting Contribute to Functioning Over Time; Psychological Maltreatment of Children Reported to Youth Protective Services: A Situation of Grave Concern; and Interparental Conflict as Intrusive Family Process.

Evaluation Exchange, The
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The Harvard Family Research Project's evaluation periodical, The Evaluation Exchange, addresses current issues facing program evaluators of all levels, with articles written by the most prominent evaluators in the field. Designed as an ongoing discussion among evaluators, program practitioners, funders, and policymakers, The Evaluation Exchange highlights innovative methods and approaches to evaluation, emerging trends in evaluation practice, and practical applications of evaluation theory. Recent articles include: The Home Visit Forum: Understanding and Improving the Role of Home Visitation ; Rethinking the Evaluation of Family Strengthening Strategies: Beyond Traditional Program Evaluation Models; and Supporting Governors' Early Childhood Policy Decisions: The Role of Research. Note: The Evaluation Exchange is free of charge.

Exceptional Children
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This is a journal that provides original research on the education and development of toddlers, infants, children, and youth with exceptionalities and articles on professional issues of concern to special educators. Exceptional Children is the official quarterly publication of The Council for Exceptional Children.