Impact of the Multi-functional Aboriginal Children's Services (MACS ...
Impact of the Multi-functional Aboriginal Children's Services (MACS ...
Impact of the Multi-functional Aboriginal Children's Services (MACS ...
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<strong>MACS</strong> feasibility studyIn March 2007 VAEAI was provided with a grant from DHS to explore<strong>the</strong> long term impacts <strong>of</strong> <strong>MACS</strong>.The study included:• A review <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> literature, policy documents and reports related toIndigenous early childhood education• A focus group <strong>of</strong> members <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> VAEAI Early Childhood Committee• Interviews with key <strong>MACS</strong> staff• An investigation <strong>of</strong> available data on participation and educationaloutcomes• A proposal to develop a culturally appropriate research design for afur<strong>the</strong>r larger study <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> impact <strong>of</strong> <strong>MACS</strong> on educational, individualand community outcomes.