Promoting the Development of Children's Emotional and Social Wellbeing in Early Childhood Settings: How can we Enhance the Capability of Educators to Fulfil Role Expectations?
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Promoting the Development of Children's Emotional and Social Wellbeing in Early Childhood Settings: How can we Enhance the Capability of Educators to Fulfil Role Expectations?
THIS ARTICLE DISCUSSES THE expectations implicit in both Early Years Learning and National Quality Frameworks regarding the role of early childhood educators in promoting the development of children's social and emotional wellbeing. There is a specific focus on factors that may impact on the ability of early childhood educators to successfully adjust their practice to meet these expectations. Suggestions are made in relation to the training and education of pre-service teachers and the professional development of the current early childhood workforce to ensure that all early childhood educators are able to promote the development of social and emotional wellbeing in children.
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