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EARLY EDUCATION
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The next generation is starting to have children. This
generation grew up in the 1980s and early 1990s, when
televisions were “old news” and computers were just starting
to creep into people’s homes. Gen Yers, as they’ve been
named, can still vividly remember the sound of the dial-up
tone as they anticipated the number of emails that would
rush into their inbox once the modem finally connected. For
these new parents, the answer to any question is, and almost
always was, just a click away. These parents are aware of the
benefits of early childhood learning and of the plethora of
options available to them. In addition, shifting demographic
patterns, with an increase in two working parents and single-
parent households, are calling for affordable options for
child care.
As the importance and positive impact that early
childhood education has on toddlers is realized, the
demand for early education options continues to increase
and expand offerings. A few key focus areas have been
identified as important initiatives that will shape the young
minds of the future, including early literacy, technology
in the classroom, and emotional, cognitive, social early
learning (ECSEL).
Early literacy teaches children letter recognition, word
sounds, vocabulary, and awareness of storytelling. Each of
these key fundamental elements helps lay the groundwork
for success in reading in the future. Early literacy programs
can also be found at local libraries as a way for parents
to engage their children even if they are not enrolled in a
preschool program.
Technology is something our children must learn
and understand to succeed today. But it is important for
technology in the classroom to be used properly and
not abused. Early childhood educators are combining
technologies with other types of play and hands-on
activities to get the most out of the tools available to them.
Such tools allow for young learners to work cooperatively
on learning activities with the use of technology to enhance
their lessons.
ECSEL focuses on teaching children how to understand
and manage emotions to become more confident, resilient,
and understanding, which are all critical to the success of
a young learner. Laying the foundation to build an early
understanding of feelings and emotions allows children
to better recognize emotions in others and how to cope
with them. These valuable life skills add a tremendous
amount of value to a young child’s understanding of healthy
relationships with his/her peers. ■
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