Join hosts Suzanne and Crystal in this podcast as they share insightful strategies and tips regarding center-based learning. They are joined by their special guest, Amy Buckert, a teacher who has greatly influenced the learning environment at the NEST.
Buckert elaborates on the benefits of center-based learning over whole group learning, the importance of modeling, and the impact it has on children's learning process. Topics include the significance of using stations instead of centers, techniques to get teachers to adapt to new strategies effectively, and practical examples of how to implement center-based learning with different age groups of children.
They also provide various tips to keep classrooms organized and demonstrate the use of modeling to effectively teach activities to children. Towards the end of the podcast, they bring up an article from Life Science, discussing the biology and science behind the rapid learning capacities of children in early childhood. And of course, they have an amazing giveaway!
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:35 Understanding Center Based Learning
01:38 Introducing Guest Speaker: Amy Buckert
01:58 Benefits of Center Based Learning
04:25 Implementing Center Based Learning in Different Age Groups
04:35 Modeling and Preparation for Center Based Learning
05:20 Demonstration of Center Based Learning in Action
06:45 Creating and Adapting Learning Centers
07:07 Transitioning and Managing Learning Centers
11:56 Tips and Tricks for Effective Center Based Learning
16:30 In the News Segment: Understanding Early Childhood Learning
19:52 Giveaway Announcement
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