Betty Mcdonald

About the Author

Betty Mcdonald is an author focused on the principles and practice of early childhood care and education. Her work explores how thoughtful assessment can support sustainable, meaningful learning environments for young children, educators, families, and communities. In Assessment in Early Childhood Care and Education: Sustainable Early Childhood Care through Assessment, she addresses assessment as a tool for understanding development, strengthening educational practice, and encouraging lasting quality in early years settings. Mcdonald’s writing offers readers an accessible foundation for considering how evaluation can contribute to responsive, inclusive, and sustainable approaches to early childhood care.