Unlocking Potential: The Power of Play-Based Learning in Early Childhood Education and the EYLF
In the realm of early childhood education, the concept of play holds a pivotal role in shaping a child's development and learning trajectory. Far f...
Learning Areas in the Early Childhood Classroom
A traditional method to plan for children's learning is through the creation of learning areas or learning centres such as Block Corner or Art Area...
The Ultimate Guide to Writing Observations in ECE
I’ve seen a blog article written about writing observations in early childhood education and care settings written as a guide. I’m a veteran early ...
Theorist in the Spotlight: Mary Ainsworth
Mary Ainsworth and her Significant Contributions to Early Childhood Education In the realm of early childhood education, certain individuals stand...
Friedrich Fröbel: A Pioneer in Early Childhood Education
Friedrich Fröbel: A Pioneer in Early Childhood Education: An Introduction to Fröbel's theory and his significant contributions to early childhood e...
Theorist in the Spotlight: Urie Brofenbrenner and the EYLF
Linking Urie Brofenbrenner's Ecological Systems Theory with the Early Years Learning Framework. In the ever-evolving landscape of early childhoo...
The F-Word: Follow-up
The f-word that leaves a dirty taste in my mouth: follow-up. Who came up with this concept anyway? And why has it become such a perceived requirement of the planning cycle? It’s our role to support children’s learning and development, but that support doesn't necessarily need to be in the form of a planned activity or experience, follow-up or otherwise. This is what many educators do, or are told they have to do!
Theorists and Thought Leaders for Early Childhood Educators
When I sat down to write about early childhood theorists and theories, I didn't anticipate a list of over 80 names, pedagogies and influential people ... Some people I have never heard of, which of course led me to research them more. And what should I do with all this deep dive rabbit hole research? Write about it of course! So here's a list of almost 100 theorists and thought leaders in education.
EYLF V2.0 Learning Outcome 1 - Children Have A Strong Sense Of Identity
EYLF V2.0 Learning Outcome 1 - Children Have A Strong Sense Of Identity Belonging, being and becoming are integral parts of identity A healthy iden...
Practices of The EYLF 2.0
The Principles of early childhood pedagogy underpin practice. Educators draw on a rich repertoire of pedagogical practices to inform curriculum for children’s learning, development and wellbeing ...
The Planning Cycle and the EYLF 2.0
The planning cycle and the new EYLF 2.0 describes the process educators follow in planning, documenting, responding to and supporting children’s le...
The Principles of The EYLF 2.0
The Principles of The EYLF 2.0, were updated in 2022. The following 8 Principles reflect contemporary theories, perspectives and research evidence ...