Participants will analysis several prominent theories and bodies of research on how to create a rich learning environment and experiences that best promote children’s learning and development. We shall evaluate how to recognize children’s special learning needs and respond to each child as a individual. We study in-depth the principles of child development and learning and discuss guidelines for developmentally appropriate practice.
Special attention will be given to play as a important vehicle for developing self-regulation as well as for promoting language, cognition, and social competence.