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Understanding Early Years Teaching

Develop your understanding of play-based learning, creativity, and cognitive development to support high-quality early years teaching.

Price
£20
Duration
60 min
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Understanding Early Years Teaching

Who this course is for

  • Ideal for early years practitioners looking to strengthen their teaching practice.

About this course

Effective early years teaching helps children develop the skills, confidence, and curiosity they need to thrive. Understanding how children learn through both creative and cognitive experiences enables practitioners to create engaging environments that support every child's development.

Learning outcomes

  • Understand the importance of creative learning in early childhood
  • Explore how cognitive learning supports children's thinking and problem-solving skills
  • Recognise the role of play in promoting learning and development
  • Plan engaging experiences that support the EYFS
  • Use observations to adapt teaching and meet individual children's needs
  • Create stimulating learning environments that encourage curiosity and exploration

Modules & topics

  1. 1Creative Learning
  2. 2Cognitive Learning

Delivery, quiz & certificate

Delivery
Online course — access details confirmed on purchase.
Quiz & certificate
Multiple-choice quiz. Downloadable certificate on completion.

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