As an early childhood development educator, it is crucial to develop your own professional philosophy of cognition and language development. Throughout this course, you have been exposed to several cognitive and language development theories and frameworks, and you have had an opportunity to apply these to your current or future settings. In this discussion you will develop your professional philosophy of cognitive and language development.
To prepare for this discussion,
Please refer to the Week 5 Guidance for further tips and examples that will support your success on this discussion.
Read Piper:
Chapter 9: Language for Learning
Chapter 10: Making Meaning, Making Sense: Putting it All Together
For your initial discussion, elaborate on your professional philosophy of cognitive and language development that you will use in your future career. Use evidence from the readings and address the following in your post:
Describe the cognitive and language development theory (or theories) you will use to implement cognitive and language development strategies in the classroom. Support your ideas with at least one scholarly source.
Discuss how you will recognize and work with a child’s cognitive and language readiness.
Explain the factors that may help facilitate cognitive and language development.
Identify at least three best practices for dealing with individual differences in learners.
Elaborate on how you will continue your professional development in the field of cognitive and language development after your studies at the University of Arizona Global Campus.