Ideas & Theories that influence ECE Flashcards
Why are ideas & theories important?
The ideas, practices, philosophies and principals can be a base for today’s context
Who is Marthin Luther?
The first humanist educator who advocated that basic education should be given to all children, including girls and the poor
What were Marthin Luther’s primary goals?
To teach socialization, religion and morals through musical and physical education
What was Jan Amos Komensky’s belief?
He believed that education should be a natural progression which abides by age and readiness. He was against learning by force
What were Jan Amos Komensky’s stages of formal education?
- Mother school (Before 6 yrs)
- Primary school (6 yrs to 12 yrs)
- High school (12 yrs to 18 yrs)
- University (18 to 24 yrs)
Who is John Locke?
He introduced the concept of the ‘Blank Slate’ .This concept views the child’s mind as a clean slate on which the experiences provided by parents, society and education would paint on
What was John Locke’s belief?
Experiences determine the nature of the individual. His theories and beliefs had a strong influence on Maria Montessori
What is a teacher? (According to Jean Jacques Rousseau)
Not the source of information but a motivator for learning. Children should not be directed but guided
What is the duty of the teacher? (According to Jean Jacques Rousseau)
The teacher should be able to check their emotions and be tolerant, as they must understand the nature of children
What is Negative Education?
The child learns according to their nature and at their pace. No learning through books but rather learning through direct experiences from nature
What is John Dewey’s theory?
“Learning by Doing” , placing significant emphasis on experiential education
Who is Margaret McMillan?
- Invented the term nursery school
- Advocated the importance of fresh air, bathing and sleeping. She believed that children could not learn if they were sick
Who did Susan Isaacs believe in?
- Creating an environment that is supportive of inquiry, creativity, and critical thinking
- Play is how children to make sense of the world around them
What did Susan Isaacs emphasise on?
Hearing and acknowledging a child’s point of view, appreciating and understanding each child’s unique needs and interests
