to facilitate learning by creating a safe and healthy, nonjudgmental, enriching classroom that encourages positive cognitive, physical and social-emotional development. The basis of my philosophy is derived from Piaget’s constructivism, Waldorf education, emotional responsive approach and best practices in child care. Children learn best in environments that are designed for exploration, creativity, openness and self-expression. The balance in child development stems from the parents/teacher/…
across the United States. In order to close this academic disparity, it warrants action that emphasizes on early childhood education programs that enhance to prepare children in entering the educational system on their grade level and equipped with readiness to learn. One program developed for preparing the underprivileged children (living in poverty) and offers admission to pre-kindergarten education is the head start program. Koedel, and Techapaisarnjaroenkit, (2012) reported that head…
I choose the early child hood field to better myself as a teacher and to get a better understanding of how a child’s mind work. Growing up I always wanted to became a teacher and open up my own daycare center. One of my career goals is to make sure my center is built and able to meet the needs of all children. This includes children who suffer with a disability or disorder. There is not many centers who have the resources or staff willing to help a child who suffer with developmental issues. My…
a. I believe our lesson was very developmentally appropriate for our 4 & 5 year olds. Phonological awareness is a precursor to reading. Many of the children in our class will be off to Kindergarten this year, so getting them to recognize the beginning sounds of words is developmentally appropriate. 2. How effective was your introduction of the lesson? Be specific. Don’t say “It went well.” (2 points) • We could have been a little more effective in our introduction of our lesson. The…
believe the early childhood environment is a place for children to be free agents to; develop, learn, grow and express themselves, while having the confidence and respect they as a person are entitled to. Furthermore I also belie that all children have the right to learn and their learning be abundant with experiences, knowledge and quality, as well as feeling a sense of belonging to their community and learning environment. These beliefs are important to my teaching and my philosophy of early…
Outline I. Early childhood education is an important career of educating and caring for young children. It is good to learn more about yourself to acquire knowledge that will help you grow. II. Early childhood education refers to the education and care given to children from birth to age eight. A. There are different types of schools for children in the early childhood range, such as, childcare centers, prekindergarten’s, kindergartens, and primary grades. B. When being an early childhood…
and become of age to attend school, they will begin to learn so many important things from their early childhood education. Child hood education teaches these kids to think outside of the box and to be different. Childhood education helps children to bring out the child’s social skills, emotional skill, and also the way they physically learn. When a child is done with their early childhood education, they should all have been taught the basics. Kids need to have learned the correct social skills…
professionals and leaders of tomorrow. Early childhood teachers are committed to impart a fine education. It is imperative for early childhood teachers to develop a personal philosophy that embrace the developmental theories, the meaning and role as professionals and advocates, the importance of include all children in the teaching practices, as well as the influence of the technology and environment in the education of the young minds. A personal…
I believe education is the most beneficial when Early Childhood Educators partner with parents to help nurture a child’s development and to help the child learn. When an educational model is followed both at home and at school, children can intellectually and emotionally develop through the consistency and repetition. Through the teachings of Eric Erikson, Maria Montessori and Rudolph Dreikurs, it can be proven that early childhood is the time to nurture the young minds’ ability to learn from…
Every teacher has their own philosophy on children and teaching within the early years. This philosophy is based around their beliefs and values, research and personal experience about children and the way they learn and the role of their educators. It is important that a teacher is clear on their philosophy, as they will draw on it for all that they do.(Arthur, Beecher, Death, Dockett& Farmer, 2012). This essay will explore one such philosophy that will be supported by research, varying…