Ontario’s pedagogy for the early years
How Does Learning Happen?
Learn about the four foundations that support the wellbeing and healthy development of children (Government of Ontario, 2022).
How Does Learning Happen? Ontario's Pedagogy for the Early Years is a professional learning resource for those working in child care and child and family programs. It supports pedagogy and program development in early years settings that is shaped by views about children, the role of educators and families, and the relationships among them. It builds on foundational knowledge about children and is grounded in new research and leading-edge practice from around the world.
How Does Learning Happen is organized around four foundational conditions that are important for children to grow and flourish: Belonging, Well-Being, Engagement, and Expression. These foundations are a vision for all children’s future potential and a view of what they should experience each and every day. These four foundations apply regardless of age, ability, culture, language, geography, or setting and are aligned with the ELKP program in elementary schools. They are conditions that children naturally seek for themselves.
Throughout your child's day, they will get to explore the world around them and begin their journey in the wonderful world of learning.
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