By Lynn Ang
The Early Years Curriculum brings jointly quite a number curriculum versions from internationally, supplying in-depth dialogue on key matters and theories, and allowing readers to contemplate each one method of kid's studying inside a global context. It encourages readers to discover alternative ways of knowing the curriculum, and to increase a severe realizing of the main concerns that form the way in which a curriculum is designed.
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5. Why is it important for professionals and practitioners to develop their understanding and interpretation of the EYFS through continuing professional development? 28 TH E EARLY YEARS F OUNDAT I ON STA GE CURRICULUM IN EN GLA N D References Abbott, L. (2001) Differentiation in Teaching and Learning: Aspirations and reality in primary education, University of Ulster. Alderson, P. (2003) Institutional Rites and Rights: A century of childhood, London: Institute of Education. Ang, L. L. Y. (2010) ‘Critical perspectives on cultural diversity in early childhood: building an inclusive curriculum and provision’, Early Years: An International Journal of Research and Development, 30(1), 41–52.
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The framework positions the 39 T HE E A R L Y YE A R S C URRI C ULUM unique child at the centre by recognising that ‘every child is a competent learner’, with the interaction of positive relationships and enabling environments to support the child’s learning and development as ‘themes and principles’ that are focused around the child (Development Matters, 2012). This demonstrates the powerful influence that relationships and experiences have on children and why the EYFS further builds on the ratio requirement to advocate the key person approach for practitioners.