I believe that each child is a unique individual and that all children can learn. Children will be encouraged to learn and grow by providing a foundation of developmentally appropriate experiences where all children can succeed in a safe and nurturing environment. Educating young children has always been an exciting career for me. I take much proud in my career being a good educator isn’t just about teaching children skill concepts, it also involve communicating and understanding the background of their family. I chose to do my research topic on The Role Head Start plays in the life of the community, families, and children education.
This applies to children ranged from 3 to 7 years old, who receive local authority funding in schools, preschools, nurseries and childminders. There are seven areas of learning, these are; 1. Physical Development 2. Language, Literacy and Communication skills 3. Mathematical Development 4.
Unit 002 1.1 - My current job role is as an 'Apprentice childcare worker'. My job purpose is to support the team leader and childcare staff to create a safe and stimulating childcare facility for children aged 0-12 years. To ensure appropriate activities are provided and support each child in reaching their full potential. My key responsibilities involve: * To assist and work closely with the children, other members of staff and parents. * To assist and implement and ensure that i follow agreed policies and procedures.
There are many psychologists who have carried out research into early learning and the importance of play. John Piaget has carried out a massive amount of research into how children think and learn and has had a major influence on education in the western world. Piaget carried out research into play and divides play into three types: mastery play, symbolic play and play with rules. Between 0 and 2 children will take part in mastery play, this is very repetitive and involves the child trying to control their movements, for example learning to crawl or walk. Between 2 and 7 children will take part in symbolic play which involves children pretending to be
Erikson’s Influence Lindsey Thomas PSYCH/504 February 27, 2012 Dr. Shawn Davis Erikson’s Influence Throughout this class I have been drawn to Erikson’s psychological theory and been able to most easily apply it to my own life. Erikson applied his theory to all ages of life, not just to children as many other theorists. In life, our psychological well-being and our lives our constantly changing as Erikson suggest in his theory. In reading Erikson’s process, he gives a more in depth explanation that once read nearly every person can apply to their own lives, stage of personal development and workplaces. In this paper I will discuss how and why I believe Erikson’s theory is the easiest to apply to my personal life and development.
1. Understand the pattern of development that would normally be expected for children and young people from birth – 19 yrs. 2.1 Explain the sequence and rate of each aspects of development that would normally be expected in children and young people from birth – 19 years. Children’s development is continuous and can be measured in a number of different ways. Although all children will develop at different rates and in different ways, the sequence in which they develop will be roughly the same as they need to have developed one skill, for example walking, before they move on to develop another such as running and jumping.
The Application of Piaget’s Theory to Child Development Patricia A. Puliah Child Development, ECE 332 Instructor Carrie Phillips January 7, 2013 Todays’ school systems are responsible for more than just traditional education. The systems now play a significant role in the development of children. Understanding how Piaget’s theory is applicable in school enables the school to better advocate on behalf of the child regardless of their abilities or inabilities; thus promoting optimal development across all domains of physical, cognitive, social and emotional, and language acquisition. Jean Piaget believed that children pass through four development stages on their journey from birth through adulthood. Each stage is cumulative of the next.
I truly believe that Erikson’s theory is based on the way children grow and develop throughout their lifetime. Erik H. Erikson (1902-1994) developed his psychosocial development theory based on the premise that cognitive and social development occur hand in hand and cannot be separated” (Morrison, 2009 p.128). Erikson is most known for his work and development of Freud’s theory of psychosocial theory of development. “Erik Erikson modified Freud’s theory and extended it through the adult years” (Rathus, 2011, p. 6). Erikson’s theory entailed eight stages, which are “defined by conflict, which leads to opportunities for personal growth” (Essa, 2007, p.128).
But Montessori educators for nearly ninety years have observed a set of motivations shared by young children worldwide. Dr. Montessori called these motivations the "sensitive periods". Each is a specific kind of compulsion motivating a young child to seek objects and relationships in his or her environment with which to fulfil his or her special and unique inner potentials. These cannot be directly known. The young child is neither consciously aware of nor capable of directly communicating his or her potentials.
They devised 39 standards to be demonstrated along with EYP status. An ECS should be working towards these standards, which include communication. It is important that ECSs can communicate well as they are expected to work alongside many other professionals including parents. With good communication between parents and EYPs, trusting relationships can be formed. ‘Getting communication with parents in early years settings right, is one of the most important aspects of working with young children.