Tag: learning

Early Numeracy: Infants’ Discrimination Abilities

by Mr Sanchez de Santiago, posted in Early Years, educational research, Numerical Cognition

Discover infants' discrimination abilities and their significance in early cognitive development. From distinguishing between different visual and auditory stimuli to showing numerical sensitivity, young children exhibit remarkable perceptual skills from an early age. Explore the implications for their future mathematical learning. This article dives into the developmental trajectory of numerical sensitivity and offers engaging activities for educators and parents to stimulate young children's numerical skills.

Early Numerical Sensitivity in Children

by Mr Sanchez de Santiago, posted in Early Years, educational research, Numerical Cognition

Discover the early numerical sensitivity in children and witness the remarkable world of their mathematical development. Learn how young minds grasp numerical concepts, from infancy to early primary school years. This article explores child development, learning and numeracy from the lens of reputable professionals and their research.

Early Numeracy: Simple Arithmetic Operations

by Mr Sanchez de Santiago, posted in Early Years, educational research, Numerical Cognition

Learn about Karen Wynn's revolutionary research on early numerical development. Discover how even the youngest children possess innate mathematical abilities, and explore practical strategies to nurture their numerical sensitivity. This article will be help for both parents and educators understand how young children learn maths.

Supporting Children with Special Educational Needs (SEN)

by Mr Sanchez de Santiago, posted in ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, pedagogy, SEND

A Comprehensive Guide to Supporting Students with Special Educational Needs (SEN). Gain insights into the most common SEN, their causes, challenges for children and teachers, effective strategies, and external agencies that can provide assistance. Discover valuable resources and expert guidance to create inclusive and impactful learning environments for all students. Empower your teaching practice with our SEN-focused blog post.

Children’s Egocentrism: The Three Mountains Task

by Mr Sanchez de Santiago, posted in Cognitive Development, constructivism, educational theories, pedagogy

Understanding children's egocentrism is essential for educators to maximize academic progress. The Three Mountains Task, a tool developed by Jean Piaget and Bärbel Inhelder, is instrumental in studying egocentrism. This task enables researchers to observe how children's egocentric thinking shapes their perception of the world.

Building Strong Relationships: Promote Positive Behaviour in your Classroom

by Mr Sanchez de Santiago, posted in Behaviour Management, Behavioural Strategies, pedagogy

Building Strong Relationships in the classroom is the foundation for success and happiness. When mutual respect exists, humans collaborate together and adopt more altruistic mindsets. The concept of Tribal Classroom has been one of my favourite ideas for a long time. It creates a unique sense of community within the class that helps children thrive and reach their full potential.

Lev Vygotsky’s theory in Primary classrooms today

by Mr Sanchez de Santiago, posted in educational theories, pedagogy, sociocultural theory

Discover how Vygotsky's sociocultural theory is transforming primary classrooms today. Collaborative learning and cultural diversity celebration are some of the examples you will find in this blog post. We explore real-life experiences of teachers who have implemented Vygotsky's concepts, such as social interaction, scaffolding, and cultural context, to create engaging and inclusive learning environments.

Piaget’s stages of cognitive development: Understanding how children learn and grow.

by Mr Sanchez de Santiago, posted in constructivism, educational theories, pedagogy

Learn the stages of cognitive development according to Piaget's theory. Explore concrete examples that illustrate how children's thinking evolves from infancy to adolescence. Gain insights into sensorimotor exploration, imaginative play, concrete reasoning, and abstract thinking. Understand the significant milestones and transformations in cognitive abilities throughout each stage.

How are Jean Piaget’s ideas implemented in Primary classrooms today?

by Mr Sanchez de Santiago, posted in constructivism, educational theories, pedagogy

Jean Piaget's ideas still influence primary schools in England today. From constructivist approaches to active learning and play-based strategies, educators embrace Piaget's theories to create engaging and developmentally appropriate learning experiences. Explore the implementation of scaffolding, assessment practices, and the importance of understanding children's thinking processes. Discover how primary schools incorporate Piaget's principles while incorporating a holistic approach that draws from diverse educational theories.

Oracy in Schools: Voice 21

by Mr Sanchez de Santiago, posted in Pupil Premium, Teacher Development, Uncategorized

In today's schools, the development of oral communication skills and vocabulary acquisition holds immense significance. Effective communication and a rich vocabulary empower students not only academically but also in facing the complexities of the world. However, it's essential to recognise that not all students have equitable access to these critical skills. Groups like Pupil Premium … Continue reading Oracy in Schools: Voice 21