Assignment Task:
Article: deGroot Kim, S. (2005). Kevin: "I gotta get to the market": The development of peer relationships in inclusive early childhood settings. Early childhood education journal. 33(3). Pp. 163-169.
From this article we have to answer following 3 questions.
1. In the article, we have read that if Kevin's teacher might meet with Kevin's parents, physical therapy teacher, teacher assistant and maybe she can help Kevin and describe the importance of social skill development and the development of self-efficiency for Kevin.
Why is it important to build & promote positive peer interaction for social development as well as enhancing self-efficiency?
2. In Kevin's case, we read enough about teacher's role and the teacher need to be careful observer of children, interactions and engagement.
Which ways an educator should use to do an effective and careful observation in the inclusive classroom?
3. In this article, the study shows that curriculum activities and adult help both playan important influence in either fostering or restricting social interaction with peers.
Could you please share your valuable thoughts on it? In your opinion, is it right or wrong and provide your reasons.