There are many theories surrounding the application of early childhood education. There have been many theorists and researchers whom have submitted factual information and strategies that has helped educators over the years. I believe that my personal beliefs about early childhood education is a combination of several theorists. In the world that we live in, not all people or children are created the same. There are several factors which make up a person’s mindset. People learn and process information differently depending on several different factors. Of the theorists I have studied, Piaget’s theory of cognition implies that children form their own way of learning (Department of Psychology and Neuroscience). Piaget suggested that children don’t really need any help from adults in order to learn something new (Department of Psychology and Neuroscience). He also suggested that children don’t require any rewards or incentive from others in order to motivate them (Department of Psychology and Neuroscience). I agree with this theory in part. Children can and do learn some things on their own. A child does not need any help, after birth, learning how to swallow or chew once they have grown teeth. Most children do not need any help falling asleep either. I do, also believe that there are some things that, even though children can pick up on most things, they still have to have a model to follow for most things in their life. Children learn to walk, talk and play by watching others perform those same acts. There has to be some sort of demonstration or model in order for a child to follow in order to learn. Maslow’s theory of hierarchy of needs is similar to Piaget, but not the same. Maslow felt that people are automa... ... middle of paper ... .... Personality Theories. Retrieved from http://webspace.ship.edu/cgboer/bandura.html Davis, D., & Clifton, A. (1995). Haverford.edu. Retrieved from http://www.haverford.edu/psych/ddavis/p109g/erikson.stages.html Department of Psychology and Neuroscience. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://psych.colorado.edu/~colunga/P4684/piaget.pdf Gallagher, C. (n.d.). Muskingum University. Retrieved from http://www.muskingum.edu/~psych/psycweb/history/vygotsky.htm Hall, K. J. (n.d.). Muskingum.edu. Retrieved from http://www.muskingum.edu/~psych/psycweb/history/rogers.htm McLeod, S. (2014). Simply Psychology. Retrieved from http://www.simplypsychology.org/operant-conditioning.html MeLeod, S. (n.d.). Retrieved from Sinply Pshychology: http://www.simplypsychology.org/maslow.html Rana, H. (1997). Muskingum University. Retrieved from http://www.muskingum.edu/~psych/psycweb/history/freud.htm
Vignette two: Families who previously had children enrolled in a nearby preschool have told you stories of what happened to their children in that center. They describe dirty sheets on the cribs, harsh punishments including withholding food, and ratios of twenty children to one adult. One day you drive by and see a lot covered with asphalt and dry grass. There are a few rusting pieces of playground equipment. Several children are standing along the chain link fence looking at the cars going by. There are no adults in sight.
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Due to an increased demannd for standards and accountability in the early childhood education field, policy makers have increasingly turned to the development of effective professional practice among early childhood educators (ECEs) as the predominant approach in securing better outcomes for children. ECEs have thus found themselves under increased pressure to develop professional practices through professional development which has been demonstrated to have a profound impact on children’s holistic development and their performance prospects in society. This essay will focus on the development of effective professional practice among ECEs. The paper will critically evaluate the importance of developing professional practice among ECEs, how it is developed and the application in ECE’s practice. The essay will highlight how professional practice and core beliefs of ECEs are shaped by factors such as professional and personal identity, beliefs and values and regulatory documents and bodies.
Maslow believed that there was a hierarchy of five innate needs that influence people’s behaviors (Schultz & Schultz, 2013, p.246-247). In a pyramid fashion, at the base are physiological needs, followed by safety needs, then belonginess and love needs, succeeded by esteem needs, and finally the need for self-actualization. Maslow claimed that lower order needs must be at least partially satisfied before higher level needs are addressed. Furthermore, behavior is dominated by solely one need
Early childhood education is one of the most important policy topics out there. Research has proven that the early years in childhood is a critical period for opportunity to develop a child’s full potential; as well as form academic, social, and cognitive skills that determine not only success in school but also their entire life (The White House). The right to a free, public education is guaranteed to all children in the United States. Early education is voluntary, and therefore some children are not given the opportunity to reach their full potential.
Curriculum is the organized framework that explains the content that children are to learn, the processes through which children achieve the identified curricular goals, what teachers do to help children achieve these goals and the context in which teaching and learning occur. The best curriculum for early childhood teacher is developmentally appropriate curriculum that allows teachers to set-up an effective learning environment for children.
This paper looks specifically at the life of Abraham Maslow, and his hierarchy of needs theory of which he is most known for. Along with describing his theory, there are a number of other significant terms created and used by Maslow which are also defined in this paper. The important terms are bolded throughout the paper and will comprise of the following:
Unlike many of his colleagues at the time who were focusing on psychopathology, or what is wrong with individuals, he focused on how individuals are motivated to fulfill their potential and what needs govern their respective behaviors (McLeod)). Maslow developed the hierarchy over time, adjusting from a rigid structure where needs must be met before being able to achieve a higher level, to where the individuals can experience and behave in ways across the hierarchy multiple times daily depending on their needs. The hierarchy is comprised of 5 levels; Physiological, Safety and Security, Love and Belonging, Esteem, and Self-Actualization. The bottom two levels are considered basic needs, or deficiency needs because once the needs are met they cease to be a driving factor, unlike psychological needs. Loving and Belonging and Esteem needs are considered psychological needs, and are different from basic needs because they don’t stem from a lack of something, but rather the desire to grow. Maslow theorizes that individual’s decisions and behavior are determined based on their current level of needs, and the ideal level to achieve full potential culminates in self-actualization; however, operating on this level cannot be achieved until the preceding levels of needs have been
It was a difficult choice to make but I think I found the theorist I feel the most strongly aligned with. I considered Locke’s “Blank Slate Theory” because I have observed that what we teach children is often mimicked by them. I also agree with Piaget’s “Cognitive Development Theory” in the sense that children learn through play. I could even see myself agreeing with Rousseau’s “Nobel Savages Theory”. A child’s mind is pure and innocent; I too believe that it could be harmed by adult training. In the end I have to say it’s Vygotsky’s “Sociocultural Theory” is the one I feel most strongly aligned with. I agree with “The Zone of Proximal Development” as well as the scaffolding method. I will use the following paragraphs to explain my alignment
Recent studies have revealed the benefits and long-term effects of early-childhood education. Between the social interaction, discipline, and the development from an academic setting, there are countless benefits to early childhood education. However, this is not accessible to everyone due to lack of educators, financial resources, or being uninformed of its importance. Preschool should be provided to all families because the preschool age is when majority of brain development occurs. The objective of this paper is to prove that preschool should be accessible to all families because of the developmental benefits, opportunity it provides to children in poverty, and long-term benefits to society.
The second developmental theory is the sociocultural theory. The major theorist for this theory is Lev Vygotsky. Who was born in 1896 and died in 1934. He was a Russian theorist whose work didn’t actually get out until after his death because of the communist nature of Russia. The biggest part of this theory is that it’s less trial and error learning and more a person with more knowledge teaching the child. It really puts an emphasis on the teacher. He does say though that a peer with more knowledge can teach the child too. The weakness of this theory is he basically ignores the biological side of development. Also he makes it seem like the child has no control over their own future. The biggest pro is that it shows adults, primarily educators, that the world around them heavily effects the child’s education and life. That pro is also affecting the way we use it from an education stand point. We have to realize that each kid has a different upbringing and different culture outside the classroom. While I am not saying make a lesson plan for each kid. just try to be more individual with each
In 1943, psychologist Abraham Maslow developed a theory of basic human needs: Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs. His theory suggests that embedded in the very nature of each human being are certain needs that must be attained in order for a person to be whole physically, psychologically, and emotionally. First, there are phys...
Early childhood education is teaching imparted to children of up to about eight years either formally or informally. Studies have shown the physical, emotional and social development of young children directly affects their overall growth and the adults they grew to be. Children enrolled in formal education programs that give them a head start before kindergarten tend to be more well behaved, learn faster and have higher IQ scores than their peers who did not get a prior formal education before kindergarten enrollment. However, critics of early childhood education claim only make a between children during kindergarten, first and second grade however during the subsequent years children who did not undergo initial childhood education
The hierarchy of needs and person-centered theory share humanistic psychology’s approach toward the person. In the Abraham Maslow hierarchy of needs, humans satisfy
Early childhood education plays a key role in a child’s academic development because he or she learns soft skills, job skills, and develop positive traits. Preschool is not like kindergarten, but instead a stepping-stone that prepares young students for the years of schooling they will have later in life. As more schools began to open families wanted to be able to verify that programs would benefit and protect their children. In response, the National Association for the Education of Young Children was made to help families find the best care for their children, by providing the early childhood educators with training and ensuring the quality of children’s daily experiences. (“NAEYC”5).