Lisa Murphy on Being Child Centered
Lisa Murphy on Being Child Centered provides an in-depth exploration of the author's approach to working with children. Lisa Murphy outlines nine characteristics programs need to build an environment…
Specifikacia Lisa Murphy on Being Child Centered
Lisa Murphy on Being Child Centered provides an in-depth exploration of the author's approach to working with children. Lisa Murphy outlines nine characteristics programs need to build an environment that's child-centered, where play, developmentally appropriate practice, and academic standards all come together under one roof.Nine characteristics of a child-centered environment:Children are provided long periods of uninterrupted free time to explore their environmentChildren are provided lots of time outdoorsChildren are able to explore the environment with few restrictionsAdults control the environment, not the childrenAdults serve as facilitators within the spaceAdults articulate the intention behind their words and actions Adults are familiar with current research and the key contributions of historical