Early Childhood Expulsion and Suspension: A Critical Review to Inform Just Education Research

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Abstract

This comprehensive literature review examines the paradigms, conceptualizations, methodologies, and implications of current research on early childhood expulsion and suspension. Forty-five empirical studies published since 2005 were analyzed. The findings reveal a lack of theoretical grounding and a reliance on the functionalism paradigm and quantitative research methods. Based on these findings, we provide recommendations for future research in this field.

Authors

• Emine Kilincci, University of Wisconsin - Madison

• Samantha Marie Jacob, University of Wisconsin - Madison

• Zhe Gigi An, University of Wisconsin - Madison