In the world forum discussion, play is the hot topic. Many discussions on play memories and what
are the things hindering play such as: stranger danger, homework, etc. The “Play” discussion is extremely important
in the professional world of early childhood.
With quality assessment at the forefront and politicians and businesses
taking note of why they need to invest in early childhood, discussion about why
play is important is a topic early childhood professionals need to keep at the head
of conversation. If we do not then play
can become lost in the world of standards and assessment.
Another topic discussed at the world forum is the curriculum
principles. The curriculum initiative is
a discussion about curriculum across cultures. I will continue to follow this forum to understand
the principles that other cultures and what principles are important across
cultures.
https://www.worldforumfoundation.org/discuss-curriculum-at-world-forum-2014/
Tisha,
ReplyDeleteYou have an excellent point regarding play and the importance of prioritizing it above standards and assessment. Wouldn't it be wonderful if standards and assessments could be play based / child-centered?
Tisha,
ReplyDeleteI agree with you on the point of keeping play in the forefront of our discussions as it relates to the early childhood field and beyond. There seem to be a crisis looming over the importance of play and the curriculum but I am thinking about a time that could possible come into existence where children did not play at all. Can you imagine seeing little children who did not know how much fun it is to play? It is so rewarding to pretend or ride on a swing or just being outdoors having fun and learning
so much about peers and how to get along. Yes, we must keep on fighting for the simple fact that play is so freeing.
Hi Tisha,
ReplyDeleteI agree, it can be quite a problem if the art of play is lost. After all play is a child's work, they are learning so much as they play. I really hope that the general public gain wisdom and understanding from our efforts of learning what's best for young children's education. Just as Delila Vesquez mentioned in the media, that we educators must stand and fight for the proper education practices as we know it, and not leave it to those who have not studied or understand early childhood education and development.