CHILD DEVELOPMENT PEDAGOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Why is social-emotional development important to early learning? Many social-emotional qualities-such as curiosity; self-confidence as a learner; self-control of attention, thinking, and impulses; and initiative in developing new ideas-are essential to learning at any age.

Detailed explanation-2: -We know that preparing students with technical or academic skills alone will not be enough for them to achieve success, connectedness and well-being whatever endeavours they wish to pursue. Social and emotional skills, such as perseverance, empathy, mindfulness, courage or leadership are central to this.

Detailed explanation-3: -Social-emotional learning (SEL) is the process of developing the self-awareness, self-control, and interpersonal skills that are vital for school, work, and life success. People with strong social-emotional skills are better able to cope with everyday challenges and benefit academically, professionally, and socially.

Detailed explanation-4: -According to the National Center for Safe and Supportive Learning Environments, strong emotional development leads to five key skills: self-awareness, social-awareness, emotional regulation, responsible decision making and relationship building.

Detailed explanation-5: -Positive social and emotional development is important. This development influences a child’s self-confidence, empathy, the ability to develop meaningful and lasting friendships and partnerships, and a sense of importance and value to those around him/her.