Modern Challenges and Technological Applications in Early Childhood Education and Care

This review explores modern challenges and technology applications in 21st-century early childhood education and care. Crucial for academic, health, and future outcomes, early education globally aims to be high-quality, personalized, and inclusive. Analyzing institutional care, parenting practices, diversity, and inclusivity, the report assesses technologies like RFID and machine learning for child loss prevention, hearing impairment rehabilitation, and disease identification. Technological progress presents opportunities but ensures benefits for all and balances tech development with child needs are challenges. Looking ahead, innovations like social robots show promise in early education and care, highlighting the collaborative effort needed from academia, policymakers, and practitioners for better growth environments.