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The Hidden Network Behind Every Child’s Learning
Host: Sarah James - Early Childhood Education Specialist:
American College of Education, Indianapolis IN — Special
Education Credential
American College of Education, Indianapolis IN — M.Ed Early
Childhood Education
Indiana University, Bloomington IN — BA Religious Studies with honors, Minor in Jewish studies
Guest: Vivien Firta - Early Childhood Education Specialist and Parent Educator:
Master of Arts — Organizational Leadership, Woodbury University
Bachelor of Arts — Liberal Studies, California State University, Northridge
The Willow Kids podcast introduces the concept of nurturing curiosity and joyful learning. The discussion delves into the hidden network of learning, recognizing learning challenges, differentiating normal learning challenges from those needing extra support, skills that support a child's learning in school, the role of cognitive skills in learning, and the interconnected development of thinking and school skills. The conversation delves into the importance of foundational skills in building confidence and readiness for learning, emphasizing the value of hands-on learning and play-based education. It explores the understanding of learning difficulties and avoidance, the diverse causes of learning struggles, and simple ways parents can support and strengthen a child's learning system.
Takeaways
- Learning challenges may manifest as emotional distress
- Learning difficulties may require extra support if persistence and guidance do not yield results
- Learning is a web of interconnected skills, not a linear ladder
- Cognitive and academic skills strengthen each other over time Foundational skills build confidence
- Hands-on learning fosters a love of learning
Chapters
- 00:00 The Interconnected Development of Thinking and School Skills
- 30:42 Foundational Skills and Confidence Building
- 38:34 Hands-On Learning and Play-Based Education
- 43:46 Understanding Learning Difficulties and Avoidance
- 51:36 Diverse Causes of Learning Struggles
- 59:26 Supporting and Strengthening a Child's Learning System
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By Willow KidsHost: Sarah James - Early Childhood Education Specialist:
American College of Education, Indianapolis IN — Special
Education Credential
American College of Education, Indianapolis IN — M.Ed Early
Childhood Education
Indiana University, Bloomington IN — BA Religious Studies with honors, Minor in Jewish studies
Guest: Vivien Firta - Early Childhood Education Specialist and Parent Educator:
Master of Arts — Organizational Leadership, Woodbury University
Bachelor of Arts — Liberal Studies, California State University, Northridge
The Willow Kids podcast introduces the concept of nurturing curiosity and joyful learning. The discussion delves into the hidden network of learning, recognizing learning challenges, differentiating normal learning challenges from those needing extra support, skills that support a child's learning in school, the role of cognitive skills in learning, and the interconnected development of thinking and school skills. The conversation delves into the importance of foundational skills in building confidence and readiness for learning, emphasizing the value of hands-on learning and play-based education. It explores the understanding of learning difficulties and avoidance, the diverse causes of learning struggles, and simple ways parents can support and strengthen a child's learning system.
Takeaways
- Learning challenges may manifest as emotional distress
- Learning difficulties may require extra support if persistence and guidance do not yield results
- Learning is a web of interconnected skills, not a linear ladder
- Cognitive and academic skills strengthen each other over time Foundational skills build confidence
- Hands-on learning fosters a love of learning
Chapters
- 00:00 The Interconnected Development of Thinking and School Skills
- 30:42 Foundational Skills and Confidence Building
- 38:34 Hands-On Learning and Play-Based Education
- 43:46 Understanding Learning Difficulties and Avoidance
- 51:36 Diverse Causes of Learning Struggles
- 59:26 Supporting and Strengthening a Child's Learning System