BRAIN DEVELOPMENTALISM

Early Childhood, the period from birth through age 8, is a stage of development unlike any other in the lifespan. Five and six year-olds make the huge intellectual leaps during this time. Learning occurs differently during this period than in later years. Learning must be tied to what children already know and incorporate concrete experience, representation, idea, development, and the testing of ideas for deep understanding to occur. Children are developing rapidly during the primary years and are beginning to think in complex ways about self, their environment, and others. Teachers can play a role in honing these emrging skills by considering how to apply the developmental directions and concepts intentionally everyday. Without a doubt, these early years shape a child’s overall outlook and engagement in lifelong learning.

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Current and aspiring teachers know that one of their most important jobs is to provide students with the guidance they need to be better learners and people, not just to teach them lessons from books. A proper understanding of learning theories can help teachers connect with students who are acting out or having trouble progressing. The practical applications of the right social learning theory can directly address behavioral issues and make all the difference in improving a student’s educational journey.

Collaborative learning is the educational approach of using groups to enhance learning through working together. Groups of two or more learners work together to solve problems, complete tasks, or learn new concepts. This approach actively engages learners to process and synthesize information and concepts, rather than using rote memorization of facts and figures. With Collaborative learning, not only it helps students acquire knowledge, since it enhances their social skills, they’ll also develop self-management and leadership skills, improve their knowledge acquisition and retention, and it teaches them how to think critically by themselves.

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