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Early years theories: Here are 6 aspects of an effective early years…
Early years theories: Here are 6 aspects of an effective early years framework and how they are influenced by theories
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Safety and securety
For children to be able to reach their full potential they must have their basic needs met (Maslow's Hierarchy of needs).
Plan routines to include sleep, rest, a nutritious diet, and exercise for growth and physical development
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Balanced curriculum
Children need time to explore and construct their thoughts (Piaget). Social interaction with an adult or more able child can help to develop thought processes (Vygotsky and Bruner)
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Use sensitive interaction to support children to develop ideas and build on what they already know and can do
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Positive relationships
Children's development is affected by insecure attachments. Early attachments provide a model for attachments in later life (Bowlby's theory of attachment). The interrelationship between parents and the early years setting impacts on children's holistic development (Bronfenbrenner's bio-ecological systems theory)
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Planning and assessment
Children pass through stages of development (Piaget's stages of learning and Bruner's 3 modes of representation). Children can be supported by an adult to progress to the next stage of learning by knowing (Vygotsky's Zone of Proximal Development
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Enabling environments
Children are active learners so must be provided with a range of materials, resources and opportunities for play (Piaget)
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Theories based on research of child development contribute to the development of early years practice