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The Importance Of Lev Vygotsky’s Socio-Cultural Theory Of Learning

Early Childhood Education, Theories / Sheila Mathews

The concept of transition is almost always supported by the theories of child development, as development is at the foundation of, and the prime objective of early childhood education. Children make transitions from different marked situations in their lives. In this article, we will be looking at Lev Vygotsky’s socio-cultural theory of learning and development. […]

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The 4 Principles Of Play Way Method Of Teaching Reading Skills

Early Childhood Education, Theories / Sheila Mathews

For a child, play is an instinct, a need, a joyful, fun and interesting experience. Most of all, it is a brain-building and a must do activity for them. Play contributes to the building of intellect and knowledge, by connecting the neurons and the neural connections in children. So let’s have a look at the

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Piaget’s Theory Of Constructivism And Its Educational Implications

Early Childhood Education, Theories / Sheila Mathews

Renowned early childhood development theorists like Jean Piaget, Lev Vygotsky, Lawrence Kohlberg and Eric Erickson have each discussed their theory of constructivism and its educational implications in the learning of children. While Jean Piaget’s is known for his Theory of Constructivism, Lev Vygotsky is known for Socio-Cultural Learning Theory, Lawrence Kohlberg for the Theory of

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The 2 Important Factors Influencing Children In Transition To School

Early Childhood Education, Transition / Sheila Mathews

Transition is an inevitable and an ongoing process across an individual’s life – right from childhood. Children undergo transitions right from a young age, one being the transition from home to school environment. Let us have a look at the 2 important factors influencing children in transition to school, in detail. Factors Influencing Children in

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3 Effective Ways How Holistic Development Can Be Promoted Through Play

Growth & Development, Play / Sheila Mathews

The holistic development of a child happens by catering to and nurturing the development of all the characteristics of growth in the child. Play is one of the best ways to nurture growth and development in a child, and there are 3 effective ways how holistic development can be promoted through play. What is Holistic

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The Role Of A Teacher In Problem Solving Learning In Children

Early Childhood Education / Sheila Mathews

Learning is an integral part of childhood, especially when a child enters preschool or kindergarten. Just like adults, children too have to deal with everyday problems, though they may be small in nature. The role of a teacher in problem solving learning in a child is vital, as the problem solving skills children learn during

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6 Important Characteristics For School Readiness For Effective Learning

Early Childhood Education, Transition / Sheila Mathews

Transitions happen in the life of a child in different stages and at different ages. Of all the transitions, the transition to school is carries by far the most distinct importance, as it has to do with the child’s school readiness. There are 7 highly important characteristics for school readiness in a child which helps

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7 Powerful Ways To Practice Positive Parenting At Home

Growth & Development, Parenting / Sheila Mathews

Parenting is a challenging, yet a highly satisfying responsibility for parents, both the mother and father of the child. While parenting is a role every parent will perform by nature, Positive Parenting is a skill a parent or parents need to practice and develop. Let us have a look at the seven ways to practice

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10 Effective Strategies For Successful Transition To School

Early Childhood Education, Transition / Sheila Mathews

Transition to school is a process that children go through only once in their life. However, to experience a smooth and seamless transition to school, a child would need adequate support from parents, caregivers and other loved ones. Here are 10 effective strategies for successful transition to school that you can use to help your

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The 3 Important Transitions In Early Childhood Education And Development

Early Childhood Education, Transition / Sheila Mathews

Transition is a life-long process in the life of every human. It is a process in which we all gradually move from the known realms to the unknown realms of our experience. The transitions in early childhood education are transitions that every child has to go through – irrespective of the socio-economic background of the

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