ENVIRONMENT AS THE 3RD TEACHER

According to Te Whariki, how do children learn?

• Through books

• Through responsive and reciprocal relationships with people, places, and things

• Through video games

• Through isolation

What should the Early Childhood Environment look like?

• Chaotic and unsafe

• Dark and gloomy

• Healthy and Safe

• Noisy and disruptive

What is the Reggio Emilia Approach focused on?

• Encouraging creativity and intelligence in children

• Forcing children to conform

• Strict discipline

• Ignoring children's needs

What is the main principle of Reggio Emilia Approach regarding the environment?

• No importance given to the environment

• Less is more

• More is more

• Environment is irrelevant

What is the importance of physical location in the Early Childhood Environment?

• It doesn't matter

• Only for decoration

• It affects the flow of activities and the sensory experiences

• It is not considered at all

What is the significance of colour in the environment according to Pairman & Terreni?

• It makes the environment chaotic

• It is irrelevant

• It has no impact

• It reduces visual confusion and distractions

What does the Reggio Emilia Approach emphasize in the environment?

• Chaotic environment

• Isolation

• Strong, respectful relationships and provocative materials

• Neglecting the environment

What is the main focus of the Reggio Emilia Approach regarding children's psychological wellbeing?

• Creating a stressful environment

• Fostering a sense of familiarity and belonging

• It is not important

• Ignoring children's emotions

What is the aim of the Reggio Emilia Approach in creating an environment?

• To make it boring

• To make it uninviting

• To make it a place of research, learning, and reflection

• To make it chaotic