Critical and Contemporary Issues in Early Childhood Education: Time-Out
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Discussion Question Session 14: Answer fully in the discussion forum. Cite the text when possible:
If someone were to ask you as an early childhood education professional about one of the topics (i.e., time-out, zero-tolerance policies, suspension, (physical) punishment, praise, and rewards, screen time), what would your response be?
Important: Your response should be based on the readings/resources provided and/or research you have conducted on this topic, and not solely on your personal opinion. Your statements should be backed by evidence in the way of scholarly research.
Session 14: Critical and Contemporary Issues in Early Childhood Education
Readings:
• Gartrell, D. (2011) Replacing Time-out. Young Children November 2011, pp. 8-16
• Kohn, A. (1995). Punished by Rewards? A Conversation with Alfie Kohn
• Carlsson-Paige, N. (2018). Young Children in the Digital Age Podcast
• BAM RAdio!: Time to Give "Time Out" a Time Out
Unit Outcomes:
• Examine and discuss current issues in Early Childhood Education that are impacting the field
• Explore and discuss a reconceptualist/inclusive framework of Early Childhood Education
Discussion: Time-Out
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Discussion: Time-Out
Numerous studies and articles have been conducted, including Gartrell's “Replacing Time-Out” work in 2011, which explains early childhood education. The article discusses the potential harm associated with using time-outs as a method for discipline during Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC) settings (Gartrell, 2011). Research consistently suggests that while timeouts are seen as an alternative to effective behavior management strategy, it is valid to understand that they harm a child's socio-emotional development. In the text, Gartrell emphasizes that time-outs are essential and may lead to shame, rejection, and a lack of