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          The Crane Center for Early Childhood Research and Policy is a multidisciplinary research center conducting research related to children’s learning and well-being, and seeking to impact early childhood policy and practice.

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The economic benefits of investing in child care

on September 29th 2023
Infographic titled "Tuned In" with the sub title, "A weekly round-up from our policy team". Is a teal colored background with a white radio graphic at the bottom of the title and sub title.
This week in Tuned In: rural child care, one state's ROI from investments, and child tax credits. Read More

Child poverty rates are increasing

on September 22nd 2023
Infographic titled "Tuned In" with the sub title, "A weekly round-up from our policy team". Is a teal colored background with a white radio graphic at the bottom of the title and sub title.
This week in Tuned In: child poverty, a new Crane policy chat, and examples to learn from. Read More

Thousands of Ohio children are losing Medicaid coverage

on September 15th 2023
Infographic titled "Tuned In" with the sub title, "A weekly round-up from our policy team". Is a teal colored background with a white radio graphic at the bottom of the title and sub title.
This week in Tuned In: healthcare and education, innovative programs, and new research on teacher turnover. Read More

CRANE RESEARCH FORUM RECAP – Big Little Leap: Challenges and Possibilities in the Kindergarten Transition

on September 8th 2023
Dr. Laura Justice and Dr. Kelly Purtell discuss a theoretical framework for understanding the kindergarten transition and its challenges. Read More

Impending loss of federal funds being felt in real time

on September 8th 2023
Infographic titled "Tuned In" with the sub title, "A weekly round-up from our policy team". Is a teal colored background with a white radio graphic at the bottom of the title and sub title.
This week in Tuned In: child care closures, reimbursements, and improvements. Read More

Federal child care funds expire in less than a month

on September 5th 2023
Infographic titled "Tuned In" with the sub title, "A weekly round-up from our policy team". Is a teal colored background with a white radio graphic at the bottom of the title and sub title.
This week in Tuned In: fiscal cliffs, investments, and kindergarten readiness. Read More

Ohio rolls out ReadOhio initiative to improve literacy

on August 25th 2023
Infographic titled "Tuned In" with the sub title, "A weekly round-up from our policy team". Is a teal colored background with a white radio graphic at the bottom of the title and sub title.
This week in Tuned In: state investments, poverty rates, and creativity. Read More

Crane researchers recognized for their leadership and impact in the field

on August 23rd 2023
Dr. Laura Justice and Crane faculty associate Dr. Shayne Piasta were each awarded top honors for their respective work in research. Read More

IN THE NEWS: August 2023

on August 23rd 2023
August's In the News. Read More

Research Highlight: August 2023

on August 23rd 2023
August's Research Highlights. Read More

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    Oct 4
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    Using Sensing Tools to Capture Talk in Early Childhood Classrooms and Communities

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    Kindergarten Readiness = Workforce Readiness

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