Perspectives on Play
The beginning of Chapter 6 of Diversity in Early Care and Education describes a scenario featuring babies at play. Review this scenario (pp. 104-106) with one of the following themes in mind: people versus object orientation, choice, adult role, emphasis on words versus nonverbal communication.
Post your responses to the following:
What values, beliefs, and expectations are embedded in this scene? (Include one or more specific examples to support your response.)
How and why might a family's values, beliefs, and expectations differ from those you have identified?
Offer one or more recommendations for modifying the environment or interactions in order to honor diverse values, beliefs, and expectations.
Learning Resources
Required Resources
Course Text: Diversity in Early Care and Education
Chapter 6, "Differing Perspectives on Learning through Play"
Chapter 7, "Socialization, Guidance, and Discipline"
Course Text: How Culture Shapes Social-Emotional Development
Read pp. 4-11, "Experiencing, Expressing, and Regulating Emotions" (up to "Identity Development and Relating to Others")
Article: Chang, H., & Pulido, D. (1994). The critical importance of cultural and linguistic continuity for infants and toddlers Click for more options . In E. Fenichel (Ed.), Cross-cultural studies of child development: Implications for clinicians. Retrieved from https://www.eric.ed.gov
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Read pp. 14-18 of the PDF