Ann epstein, author of the book the intentional teacher, leads off with an article. Intentional teaching is a pedagogical practice defined by epstein 2007 as actions where teachers act with specific outcomes or goals in mind for childrens development and learning p. Intentional acts originate from careful thought and are accompanied by consideration of their potential effects. However, whilst the framework reaffirms many existing practices and beliefs including the centrality of relationships and. In the national association for the education of young children naeyc publication entitled, the intentional teacher epstein, 2007, epstein states that teachers need a repertoire of. Choosing the best strategies for young childrens learning 9781938162. Choosing the best strategies for young childrens learning, naeyc, washington dc, p. Tony piles his acorns together, while salima forms a large circle. Communicating their scientific discoveries encourages children to use ifthen language and to think in terms of cause and effect. Be taught by a teacher who has received specialized training in working with and instructing young children.
The mark of quality in early childhood education naeyc 2007 and in. View intentional teaching epstein from hdeng 1 at bowling green state university. Reflect on their principles and practices broaden their thinking about appropriate early curriculum content and instructional methods discover specific ideas and teaching strategies for interacting with children in key subject areas. Setting the stage for engaged learners weber state university. Read download the intentional teacher choosing the best. Ann epstein, author of the book the intentional teacher, leads off with an article that focuses on thinking before you interact with children. This revised edition of the intentional teacher guides teachers to balance both childguided and adultguided learning experiences that build on childrens interests and focus on what they need to learn to be successful in school and in life. Choosing the best strategies for young childrens learning. Epstein 1 edition first published in 2007 download daisy. Her awards include a pushcart prize nomination for creative nonfiction, the walter sullivan prize in fiction, and an editors choice selection by historical. National association for the education of young children washington, dc.
Teachers must know when to use a given strategy to accommodate the different ways that individual children learn and the specific content they are learning epstein, 2007, p. Introducing intentional teaching 1 introducing intentional teaching t 1 preschoolers tony and salima are sitting on the floor, playing with the acorns salima collected at outside time. Managing stress in the classroom handout welcome to soc102 the goal of this course is to provide tools and techniques to manage the inevitable stresses in childrens lives, to help children so that they may be more resilient, and ultimately to create a more positive atmosphere in the classroom. Intentional mathematics teaching in early childhood. Epstein has given teachers a guidebook for what it means to be intentional in everything they do in programs with young children. As educators we must act with knowledge and purpose to make sure young children acquire the skills and understanding they need to succeed.
Strategies that support children in the area of physical. C national association for the education of young children. Planful, intentional teachers keep in mind the key goals for childrens learning and development in all domains by creating supportive environments, planning curriculum, and selecting from a variety of teaching strategies those that best promote each childs thinking and skills. Education of young children naeyc in the united states. The intentional teacher choosing the best strategies for young childrens learning ann s. Stem early learning through the arts reference books bulloch. The epstein model outlines six concrete types of family involvement behaviors. Choosing the best strategies for young childrens learning by epstein at over 30 bookstores. Teaching young children discover practical tips and innovative ideas for preschool teachers in our awardwinning magazine. Ebook or pdf edited book email encyclopedia article govt. Choosing the best strategies for young childrens learning edition 1.
Investigate how things work by actively exploring materials, actions, and ideas establish relationships on their own. Choosing the best strategies for young childrens learning 9781938162 by epstein, ann s. Kindergarten children demonstrating numeracy concepts through. Ann epstein, author of the intentional teacher 2007, says that the quality of learning rarely exceeds the quality of teaching. Intentional teaching requires teachers to be thoughtful and purposeful in every aspect of teaching, such as planning lessons with learning objectives, applying effective instructional strategies to help children accomplish objectives, interacting with children, assessing their progress, and adjusting lessons based on assessment results epstein. Open library is an initiative of the internet archive, a 501c3 nonprofit. In the intentional teacher, the author of this article says, intentional teaching means teachers act with specific outcomes or goals in mind for childrens development and learning. Intentional teachingshirley jung, director, early childhood peace is not just the absence of violence but the manifestation of human compassion.
The intentional teacher 2007 national association for the education of young children washington, dc. Publication date 2007 topics early childhood education. National association for the education of young children, 2007. Children cannot explore the center materials freely, but must complete set activities often within a specified time frame. Intentional teachers think about all aspects of the learning environment from the arrangement of the classroom to the delivery of instruction prior to acting. The intentional teacher 57 reprinted with permission fr januaryfebruary 2009 exchange the key to being intentional is simply the act of thinking before doing. With the help of this book, the intentional teacher skillfully blends both, promoting positive development for every child. Teacher, the author of this article says, intentional teaching means teachers act with specific outcomes or goals in mind for childrens development and learning. For children learning standard australian english as an additional language, intentional teaching may require visual prompts and access to first languagespeaking adults. Epstein 2007 further discusses how intentional teaching promotes the integration of numeracy with other domains like literacy and science. Epstein the role of the intentional teacher in childguided and adultguided learning intentional teachers support childguided learning when children.
Planful, intentional teachers keep in mind the key goals for childrens learning and development in all domains by creating supportive environments, planning curriculum, and selecting from a variety of teaching strategies those that best promote each child. National association for the education of young children. Download limit exceeded you have exceeded your daily download allowance. Choosing the best strategies for young childrens learning washington. The intentional teacher when mentors act as collaborative coaches, they support new teachers to become intentional in their practice, to develop and combine a deep understanding of. More purposeful and intentional infant and toddler care. Some kindergarten classrooms have a few learning centers, but many others offer only teacherdirected activities.
Ann epstein, author of the book the intentional teacher, leads off with an article that focuses on. Copyright 2007 by the national association for the education of young. With respect to physical activity, we believe that teachers ought to be intentional about enhancing childrens physical activity, especially moderate to vigorous physical activity outdoors at the times designated for active play. The intentional teacher asks which type of learning experience is likely to be most effective in which content areas, and what teachers can do to optimize learning in that mode. The intentional teacher will act with a careful instinct of teaching and consider the outcome before applying a teaching strategy. Her characterdriven work is historical and contemporary, empathic and humorous, lyrical and quirky. Everyone is talking about being an intentional teacher, and this issue of beginnings workshop will help you as a director, teacher, or trainer delve more deeply into intentionality.
Epstein explains, teachers are intentional when they. Choosing the best strategies for young children, national association for the education of young children, washington dc, p. Kindergarten children demonstrating numeracy concepts. The importance of play in promoting healthy child development and maintaining strong parentchild bonds. The national association for the education of young children naeyc has recently published the intentional teacher, a landmark book that discusses the role of the early education teacher in planning and executing supportive and successful learning activities in the classroom. Intentional teaching epstein the intentional teacher. Prekindergarten news rochester city school district. Choosing the best strategies for young childrens learning the longraging debate over childinitiated vs. Epstein states, to be intentional is to act purposefully, with a goal in mind and a plan for accomplishing it epstein, 2007, p. Coconstructed learning recognises the importance of teachers and children making meaning as they interact together. Investigate how things work by actively exploring materials, actions. Auto suggestions are available once you type at least 3 letters.
Epstein constructs an excellent introduction in chapter 1, laying a founda tion for what the book hopes to accomplish and why teacher education must incorporate the theory and skills to work. Workshopbeginnings intentionality in teaching by pam schiller. Nov 30, 2006 choosing the best strategies for young childrens learning the longraging debate over childinitiated vs. This edition offers new chapters on science, social studies, and approaches to learning. Every child has a right to a quality learning experience. This article provides implications for school counselors and suggestions for future research. Stem early learning through the arts reference books. According to epstein 2007 intentional teaching means that teachers act with speci. Choosing the strategies for young childrens learning. May 01, 20 intentional teaching requires teachers to be thoughtful and purposeful in every aspect of teaching, such as planning lessons with learning objectives, applying effective instructional strategies to help children accomplish objectives, interacting with children, assessing their progress, and adjusting lessons based on assessment results epstein. Choosing the best strategies for young childrens learning 2nd. Institute for early childhood studies creating a rich.