Early Learning Glossary

A Collection Of Posts Explaining Over 230 early learning terms, phrases, People, and More

This early learning glossary provides caregivers and early learning advocates with definitions of terms and phrases used in the profession, as well as information on important people in the field and links to related resources.

This is a work in progress. We’re eager for user input about suggested tweaks to existing entries, entries to add, and everything else related to this corner of Playvolution HQ.

A
Authority Bias 

Authority Bias 

Attribution Bias

Attribution Bias

Attentional Bias

Attentional Bias

B
Bandwagon Effect

Bandwagon Effect

Bias

Bias

C
Courtesy Bias

Courtesy Bias

Confirmation Bias

Confirmation Bias

F
FairTest

FairTest

H
Humor Effect

Humor Effect

Halo Effect

Halo Effect

Hindsight Bias

Hindsight Bias

L
Locus Of Control

Locus Of Control

M
Maslow's Hammer

Maslow’s Hammer

Mere-Exposure Effect

Mere-Exposure Effect

Z
Zero-Risk Bias

Zero-Risk Bias

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