Research Type Expert Article

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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How Children Grow and Learn: Early Experience Matters

Written by Emeritus Professor Marjory Ebbeck, this expert article delineates the neuroscience behind children’s growth and learning, and how early experiences foster their early development. This article also recommends that parents and educators provide secure attachments and safe environments for young children to self-discover. In doing so, children have the opportunity to explore, learn and grow at their own individual rate.
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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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