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Early Science In Early Childhood Education (ECE) : [Introduction] -…
Early Science In Early
Childhood Education
(ECE) : [Introduction]
Definition : SCIENCE
From the Latin scientia, meaning "knowledge"
defined as knowledge about the natural world
Introduction to SCIENCE
• Science : Application of knowledge and understanding of the natural and social world following a systematic methodology based on evidence
In learning sciences, one must come to understand both:
• knowledge
• process (knowledge is established, extended, refined and revised)
We use term early science when we teach science for kids
•Early science; Kids learn about nature, objects and everyday phenomena
-Engaging children in observation, questioning, and
exploration
WHY CHILDREN LOVE TO LEARN SCIENCE
Natural curiosity about the world
Fun, hands on experiments and play-based activities
Encourages creativity and innovation
Opportunity for exploration and discovery
Builds confidence and problem solving skills
OBJECTIVE OF SCIENCE
EDUCATION
Formation of scientific attitude
The children with good scientific attitude will grow with great rational thinking method.
Mastery of science process skills
Science process skills are needed to find solutions to problems or to make decisions systematically
CHILDREN AND SCIENCE
Early science: emphasises in the formation of attitudes and mastery of science process skills through the investigation of the living world, material world and physical world including earth and space
With early science, we can encourage and teach children how to discover and wonder about everything in the world around them
WAYS TO REDUCE GLOBAL WARMING
AT HOME
We can use energy- saving appliances
We should switch off electrical appliances when we are not using them
IN SCHOOL
We should throw the rubbish into the correct recycle bins
We must turn off the taps when we are not using them
IN THE COMMUNITY
we can use public transport when travelling
we fan plant more trees in our neighbourhood