Introduction to Early Childhood Education - Assessment
BEd111: Introduction to Early Childhood Education - Assessment
20120778 Tourmaline Munday- Cooper
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Identify THREE quality indicators relevant to early childhood education and discuss why they are important for children, parents, and/or society. 300 words.
The first quality indicator relevant to early childhood education would be 'people'.
Letting your child learn in an environment where the teachers and assistants are expert, well-trained and the majority of them hold qualifications in the area. They should be able to fully understand your child’s needs, communicate well with them ensuring they make your child feel safe and comfortable being around them. They should also be trusted and respected by staff, parents and children.
The ‘place or environment’ would be the second indicator. The learning environment should make all children feel welcome regardless of the cultural, ethnic or language background. They should be able to provide a variety of, materials, equipment and play activity arranged to encourage children to learn.
A stimulating outdoor environment that challenges and motivates children to explore, run and play is also important. An environment where they feel safe, and where parents can see their child, and feel comfortable knowing they are there. They should be able to feel secure in the environment they are in and to know their children can only benefit from being there.
‘Programme’ the third indicator. A quality learning programme should provide lots of learning opportunities in a wide range of different areas (reading, water play, sand play, dress-up, science, social play). A variety of activities either working in small groups or individual interactions with teachers. Parents should be able to
BEd111: Introduction to Early Childhood Education - Assessment
20120778 Tourmaline Munday- Cooper
2
to understand themselves about what their child is learning, having good communication with the centre employees, knowing what is going on and
understanding
20120778 Tourmaline Munday- Cooper
1
Identify THREE quality indicators relevant to early childhood education and discuss why they are important for children, parents, and/or society. 300 words.
The first quality indicator relevant to early childhood education would be 'people'.
Letting your child learn in an environment where the teachers and assistants are expert, well-trained and the majority of them hold qualifications in the area. They should be able to fully understand your child’s needs, communicate well with them ensuring they make your child feel safe and comfortable being around them. They should also be trusted and respected by staff, parents and children.
The ‘place or environment’ would be the second indicator. The learning environment should make all children feel welcome regardless of the cultural, ethnic or language background. They should be able to provide a variety of, materials, equipment and play activity arranged to encourage children to learn.
A stimulating outdoor environment that challenges and motivates children to explore, run and play is also important. An environment where they feel safe, and where parents can see their child, and feel comfortable knowing they are there. They should be able to feel secure in the environment they are in and to know their children can only benefit from being there.
‘Programme’ the third indicator. A quality learning programme should provide lots of learning opportunities in a wide range of different areas (reading, water play, sand play, dress-up, science, social play). A variety of activities either working in small groups or individual interactions with teachers. Parents should be able to
BEd111: Introduction to Early Childhood Education - Assessment
20120778 Tourmaline Munday- Cooper
2
to understand themselves about what their child is learning, having good communication with the centre employees, knowing what is going on and
understanding