Designing an Inclusive Early Childhood Classroom Series: The Social Environment with Beth Poss
April 12, 2021, 3:45 PM CST
The basis of every early childhood program is the learning environment; the physical, social, and temporal spaces where children will interact, grow and develop. This series will highlight best practices in early childhood settings, for a diverse population including students with and without disabilities, that provide for the active, inclusive, and meaningful participation of ALL young learners. We will focus on how to leverage accessible resources in any universally designed early childhood setting, including the creation of visual supports, resources for communication, and engaging, accessible curriculum materials.
The Social Environment encompasses relationships and interactions between children/ teachers; teacher/ teacher; family/ school. This session will examine resources that support young learners in communicating and connecting with peers and adults, developing friendships, and regulating their behaviors. In this session, we will look at resources to support communication, social-emotional development, and leverage cultural and linguistic diversity as a strength. Viewers will learn how to critically examine their current classroom and consider modifications that they can make to the social environment that supports play, communication, and learning.
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