My Philosophy Of Children s Learning - 1164 Words

My philosophy of children’s learning relies heavily within the aspects of the cognitive developmental philosophy, Piaget’s framework, which is grounded within all realms of development in early childhood. The cognitive based philosophy highlights a program that encourages students to build knowledge in an atmosphere molded around active exploration. This approach captures learning with enriching materials, filled with opportunities to engage with other classmates through socialization, play, and most importantly communication. The cognitive based philosophy facilitates programs which promote inquisitiveness, exploration, and problem solving, within a climate of respect, encouragement, and love. The educators plan explorations which are†¦show more content†¦Vygotsky believed in a zone of proximal development when helping a child investigate and comprehend new concepts. He felt educators, should build on what the student already knows, to acquire and process diff erent information. By allowing children a zone of proximal development, you can guide students to assimilate a new stimuli, make accommodations, and cultivate new schemes. Vygotsky also provided educators with a valuable tool to use when teaching new concepts, or guiding positive behaviors; scaffolding. Scaffolding allows a teacher to assist a child at one level, so they are able to progress to the next, allowing you as the educator to meet each child where they are. Both philosophies are heavily connected to the idea of inclusion in the classroom. When comparing the philosophies with the joint position statement put out by the NAEYC and DEC, â€Å"Early childhood inclusion embodies the values, policies, and practices that support the right of every infant and young child and his or her family, regardless of ability, to participate in a broad range of activities and contexts as full members of families, communities, and society. The desired results of inclusive experiences for chil dren with and without disabilities and their families include a sense of belonging and membership, positive social relationships and friendships, and development and learning to reach their full