From our perspective...

1. What is the purpose of early childood education?

• nurture young minds
• to tap on their abilities and capabilities
• to provide them with the foundation of basic concepts and life skills
• to make use of the "windows of opportunity"- once missed,it is forever missed.

2. What should curriculum for young children include?

• self-help skills
• fun and enjoyment
• lots of exploration and discoveries
• age-appropriate activities
• interesting and captivating
• objectives that will enhance their development in all areas
• hands on activities
• challenging and
• mind boggling

3. What is competence?

• the ability to accept challenges
• the will to achieve more than the current performance
• the ability to improve oneself
• the ability to accept ones weakness and strength

4.What do teachers need to know to foster competence in children?

• be aware of the children's abilities and capabiliities
• understand their development
• knowledgeable in early childhood education

Done by the lovely ladies of DECCE-T-01 11 October 2010
Naziah
Aishah
Eda
Rahmah