In this module, we will explore how social, emotional, and cognitive components contribute to a sense of well being for children of various ages. We will also address how these components can be supported in groups of mixed-age children to provide connections that are beneficial to all of the children in your care, despite their age.
Outcomes
- Identify specific components, benefits, and challenges of mixed-age group care and learning
- Identify and understand social, emotional, and cognitive development of several age groups (infant through school age), and how this development impacts children’s ability to form positive relationships and become self-regulated
- Understand and implement best practices to promote positive social, emotional, and cognitive growth in mixed-age group care settings
- Understand specific strategies related to mixed-age care to promote differentiated instruction, as well as cooperative learning
- Know how to incorporate culturally responsive and sensitive teaching practices and resources to promote classroom and neighborhood community
- Understand how to provide supportive learning and care for children with special needs and age-related cultural and social differences