Considering the work of key pioneers and current experts with links to child development theory. There are many theories about how children learn and develop. This area of study is called developmental psychology which covers subjects such as cognitive, language and emotional development. The research methods are based heavily on the on going assessments carried out by observing children over a period of time. Assessment is part of the process of understanding what children know, understand and can do so that future teaching steps can be appropriately planned.
Understand how to monitor children and young people’s development and interventions that should take place if this is not following expected pattern 4. Understand the importance of early intervention to support the speech, language and communication needs of children and young people table 5. Understand the potential effects of transitions on children and young people’s development
It is important to know the difference between the sequence and the rate of development to recognise and highlight each child's needs in all stages of development. Some children and young people may need extra support in developing. These patterns will help to plan effectively and ensures the child gains the correct aid they need to progress in areas they may find challenging. 2:1 Children and young peoples development can be influenced by a range of personal factors. These factors can be a range of different things, from health status, disabilities, sensory impairment, generic inheritance and learning difficulties.
It is important to know the difference between the sequence and the rate of development, as it helps to identify the child’s abilities and needs during these stages. The sequencing of development assists us to prepare and plan effectively and at the right time in anticipation for the next development stage to be reached. The sequence of development is not to be confused with the rate of development as every child will progress and grow at different speeds. The rate of development however, is when individuals reach certain milestones and at the speed of which they do so, and the rate is also about recognising and identifying and concerns in development and how we can adapt and assist learning and development. The sequence usually remains relatively the same in each child, but the rate at which many milestones are achieved can vary greatly in different children.
Tassoni. P (2007) says that “we need to work as part of a team to provide a quality service for children and their parents”. We also need to work with the parents and show respect towards them and encourage parent’s involvement within the setting. Tassoni says that “early years setting will have a management structure which should clarify practitioner’s responsibilities”. A responsibility practitioners have is to make sure the health of the child is paramount this could be by preventing hazards and carrying out risk assessments and safety checks.
• Importance of including parents/guardians in planning. Planning • Current influences on the planning and provision of learning opportunities. • Importance of planning and providing learning opportunities to meet children’s diverse needs. • Plans of curriculum activities • How planned curriculum can promote learning Role of practitioner • The role of the practitioner in meeting children’s learning needs • Reflective account how a practitioner can support the learning needs of the children. After the practitioner know the information and understands it, there next role is too use it to meet the children’s learning needs.
1.3.1 Explain how to monitor children and young people’s development using different methods: When children and young people’s development is monitored and assessed, it enables practitioners and professionals to notice when they are not progressing as expected. Therefore, if necessary checks can be made to see why children are not developing as expected. If we intervene in early years, they will be able to get appropriate support they need and their development is promoted. There are several methods of monitoring children’s development. Observations play a very important part in assessing the children’s development.
Working together for the benefit of children and young people (Linked to unit CU1535 - Promote children’s welfare and well being in the early years) Using the chart provided list agencies you may work with, describe their function and give an example, include how and why referral would be made and how working in partnership delivers better outcomes for children and young people Document attached at the end of this 1.4 Explain common barriers to integrated working and multi-agency working and how these can be overcome Although a person is trained for a particular role, it may be challenging for them to be managed by someone who docent possess the same skills as them. they may have a different area of expertise and could not be used to sharing the information that they have with other people. Each profession will have its own ‘specific’ language and whilst this will not pose a problem when they are communicating with someone from the same profession, but may well confuse someone from a different sector. To enable professionals to work together successfully then they need to discuss matters before the partnership fully takes effect. Guidelines should be drawn up to outline what is expected of each department, how reports should be written and discuss the best way to work as part of a multi agency team.
Supporting Mental Health Early childhood is an important time in a child’s life to incorporate healthy habits and focus on wellness. Mental health is defined by Sorte, Daeschel, and Amador as a child’s ability to “understand and manage their emotions and behaviors, to function positively with others in age-appropriate and developmentally appropriate ways, and to form meaningful relationships (2011, p. 416).” Many things contribute to a child’s overall mental health. Biological factors such as genetics, temperament, physical and health quality all play a key part in a child’s mental health and development. Biological factors are unique to each child and are present at birth. Genetics consists of hereditary factors such as those that contribute to physical characteristics, and pace of development.
If you know what is going on with the child’s development, practitioners have the opportunity to support the child, providing good surroundings for the child’s development to progress in. It will help to work out the type of play activities they’ll enjoy and how you can support their independence skills. Different aged children have different needs. Making checks to see children are developing and growing well is important as it indicates problems which can notify you as early as possible. Most checks are conducted by doctors, however in the early years, practitioners and parents notice this first.