Research Keyword Infants

Object Permanence

Object permanence is a crucial milestone in a child's cognitive development, first identified by Swiss psychologist Jean Piaget. It refers to a child's understanding that objects continue to exist even when they are not visible or audible, such as when an infant throws a toy from their crib.
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A Mixed Methods Study on Infants’ Experiences of Involvement in Infant Care Centres in Singapore

Written by Ms Cynthia Tan, this is a report presented at PECERA 2022 that examined infants’ experiences of involvement in infant care centres in Singapore. Involvement is a critical indicator of children’s learning quality and is shown to affect their growth and development in early years.
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Temperament: The Basis of Our Personality – A Topic of Interest to Parents and Teachers

Written by Emeritus Professor Marjory Ebbeck, this expert article highlights the importance of identifying a child’s temperament and its influence on early education and development. Understanding children’s temperament can help parents and teachers recognise and understand underlying factors that facilitate or hinder healthy development. This article also provides insights and expert’s advice on the implication this brings to parents and educators alike.
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