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Teaching Science to Young Children

   Posted by: admin   in Science for Young Children

Who can teach Science?

  • Someone who is able to maintain classroom atmosphere.
  • Someone that have postive attitudes.
  • Someone who can nurture and willing to participates in various activities.

Teacher roles

  • Choose a focus for inquiry and ensure it’s age appropriate.
  • Prepare for the activities.
  • Ensure suitable environment for the activities.
  • Observe and assess the children engagement in the activities.

Teaching roles

  • Be a facilitator.
  • Be a catalyst.
  • Be a consultant.
  • Be a model.

Environmental roles

  • The family:
    - Respond positively to the child’s excitements
    - Encourage and motivate the child
    - Provide continuous support
  • The communities:
    - Provide resources and facilities
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