12 Questions
What is the purpose of the Australian Early Development Census (AEDC)?
To track early childhood trends and inform practice
Which gender showed a higher percentage of children considered developmentally 'vulnerable' according to the latest census?
Boys
In which areas did the gender gaps exist according to the AEDC data?
Physical health and wellbeing, social competence, and emotional maturity
What percentage of children were developmentally vulnerable on one or more domains according to the 2015 AEDC data?
22%
What does the AEDC classify children as based on their development?
'On track', 'at risk', or 'vulnerable'
How often is the Australian Early Development Census (AEDC) conducted?
Every three years
What does the acronym AEDC stand for?
Australian Early Development Census
How many domains are included in the AEDC measurement?
5
What term is used to describe children with multiple developmental challenges?
Developmentally vulnerable
In which domain did boys show the largest gap compared to girls in being developmentally vulnerable?
Emotional maturity
According to the report, what was the overall conclusion regarding gender gaps in early childhood development?
While there were some positive trends, gender gaps persisted in certain domains.
What could be a potential use of the AEDC report?
Identifying areas where additional support or resources may be needed for certain groups of children.
Test your knowledge about the gender disparities in school readiness highlighted by the Australian Early Development Census (AEDC), especially focusing on boys being more 'developmentally vulnerable' than girls. Learn about the gender gaps across the five domains of the AEDC and the specific areas with marked disparities.
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