The Reggio Emilia Approach was created by Loris Malaguzzi alongside teachers and the community from northern Italy. This approach is an educational philosophy directed to children of preschool and primary education inspired by the work of John Dewey, Jean Piaget, Lev Vygotsky, and Jerome Burner.
The Reggio Emilia Approach is innovative and inspiring to early childhood education which values the child as strong, capable and resilient; rich with wonder and knowledge. This approach believes that every child brings with them deep curiosity and potential with an innate mind that drives their interest to understand their world and their place within it.
Some key element of this approach are the environment and connection between children, parents, and teachers.
The Environment
The environment in a Reggio Emilia school is designed to be discovery-oriented to engage children learning that is pleasurable and social activity. It is recognized for its potential to inspire children. The space encourages collaboration, communication and exploration as well as providing authentic materials and tools to allow opportunities for intellectual growth on its own.
Collaboration with teachers, parents, students
Collaboration between every is essential in assuring that quality educational experiences through guided learning and practices occur. Adults in this process are seen as mentors and guides. Their role is to observe, listen, and provide them with opportunities to explore their interest. This approach takes a child-led approach where project's aren't planned but emerge based on the child's interest. With this, teachers must work together with children and parents to be good communicators to better address student's needs and interests.
Resources
http://www.reggiokids.com/the_reggio_approach.html
http://www.reggiochildren.it/identita/reggio-emilia-approach/?lang=enhttp://www.aneverydaystory.com/beginners-guide-to-reggio-emilia/main-principles/
Video: Identifies what the Reggio Emilia approach offers
The Reggio Emilia Approach is innovative and inspiring to early childhood education which values the child as strong, capable and resilient; rich with wonder and knowledge. This approach believes that every child brings with them deep curiosity and potential with an innate mind that drives their interest to understand their world and their place within it.
Some key element of this approach are the environment and connection between children, parents, and teachers.
The Environment
The environment in a Reggio Emilia school is designed to be discovery-oriented to engage children learning that is pleasurable and social activity. It is recognized for its potential to inspire children. The space encourages collaboration, communication and exploration as well as providing authentic materials and tools to allow opportunities for intellectual growth on its own.
Collaboration with teachers, parents, students
Collaboration between every is essential in assuring that quality educational experiences through guided learning and practices occur. Adults in this process are seen as mentors and guides. Their role is to observe, listen, and provide them with opportunities to explore their interest. This approach takes a child-led approach where project's aren't planned but emerge based on the child's interest. With this, teachers must work together with children and parents to be good communicators to better address student's needs and interests.
Resources
http://www.reggiokids.com/the_reggio_approach.html
http://www.reggiochildren.it/identita/reggio-emilia-approach/?lang=enhttp://www.aneverydaystory.com/beginners-guide-to-reggio-emilia/main-principles/
Video: Identifies what the Reggio Emilia approach offers