Theories Relating To Child Development

[BrittanyM]

Your Assignment Module Number and Heading: Support the Development of children
Your Assignment Type: Standard Question
Currently Working in Childcare? Yes
Your knowledge: Beginner

Your Question?
Research two theorists of your choice that have been briefly described in this unit.
i. Write in your own words what the theory is and how it relates to child development.
ii. Discuss the theories strengths and limitations
iii. Describe how this theory influences in your practices

I'm struggling major with this assignment PART A.. It is tearing me apart i so confused and not understanding it properly.
I do have a intellectual disability and dyslexia also suffer with depression... And i feel like im getting no where with this assignment..

What is your answer so far or What have you done so far as an attempt to solve this question?
So far i have just started focusing on on at the moment once i get the idea i will be fine so far ive started with....

Piagets theory

Jean piaget theory is a cognitive theory. Jean says children get an understanding of the world through their active involvement and interactions. Jean believes children think differently at different stages for example;
Sensori-motor
Ages birth-2: the infant uses their senses and motor abilities to understand the world.
Preoperation
Ages 2-7: the child uses metal representations of objects and is able to use symbolic thought and language.
Concrete operations
Ages 7-11: the child uses logical operations or principles when solving problems.
Formal operations
Ages 12 - up: use the logical operations in a systematic fashions and with the ability to use abstractions.
Piaget also says toddlers are egocentric- they have difficulty sharing with others. Jeans theory relates to child development by showing us how children think and how they learn.



That is all i've gotten if anyone could help would be fantastic

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[Lorina]

You're doing well so far. You're off to a great start!

I have some more information on developmental theorists which my helps as well:

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Also, if you do a search on your specific theorist you will be able to find out more information which you can include into your response as well. Try searching in Wikipedia.

Hope this helps,

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L.A

[BrittanyM]

Thank you thank you for you help!!

Can you help me with this?

3. Develop a list of 6 strategies that are particularly helpful when demonstrating inclusion and acceptance of all children and families regardless of their race, gender, culture, language, background, ability or similar?
• Make everyone feel welcome- The centre and Educators could help everyone feel accepted by providing hello signs or welcome signs in other languages to make all other cultures feel like they are welcome and accepted.
• Dress ups being equal- The educators could have a range of dress ups in their home corner from boys dress ups and equal them out with the same amount of girls dress ups. Also by allowing unisex dress ups for the children.
• Singing songs- Educators can sing songs about different things for example; “Hello to All The Children of The World” singing songs helps teach children that because we can speak a different language doesn’t mean we are different and to respect and accept differences.
• One on one interaction- Giving children one on one interaction to the children that need it or just like the one on one helps them with their confidence and makes the children feel accepted. Gives the child the chance to be open minded about ideas.


I need 6 i have 4 im stuck for ideas

[Lorina]

You have some good ideas...

This may help for the rest:

[attachment=0]diversity-in-practice-tipsheet-2.pdf[/attachment]

Next time, please start a new topic for all new assignment questions!

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L.A