Constructive Kinder

Welcome to Constructive Kinder by Loorducation

Constructive Kinder is focused on a hands on learning approach in Kindergarten. Constructivism is a perspective in the field of education that is based upon experimental learning.Children learn by playing and exploring, therefore they need to be in a learning environment that promotes play, movement and hands on learning. Following a curriculum that is based on constructivism allows children to explore, discover and be active participants in the learning process.

Play is fun but it is also a child's work, it is what they do- PLAY. When children play, they learn early math and language and develop skills for academic success.When a child is playing with blocks, he or she is counting, predicting, calculating and measuring, all which are skills required for mathematics. When a child is playing house, he or she is developing social emotional skills that help them build their character.

Children are not meant to be sitting at a desk for long periods of time. Doing so causes boredom and day dreaming. Children have the need to be active.Being active promotes learning. By having a curriculum that is constructive based, children will be able to learn by being hands on with tools. Children will learn by exploring their classroom. They will also learn by doing. Children will learn by tinkering and getting messy using play dough, paints, flubber, moon sand and other  sensory items.All the while children are actually learning how to count, write, spell, listen and learn. Yes, learn. Children who are active inside the classroom are learning how to solve problems and be creative, which are two qualities that are needed to be successful individuals.

What I am up to...or should it be "What? I am up, too."

I am coming to the end of week 4 for this module. It is the very last class, EDU 699. My Capstone Project class. I am working on my thesis/project. It is a lot of work and dedication but it will be so worth it. It will all pay off. I am going back and forth, doing different things that correlate with my project, this is so that I do not get overwhelmed. I have created a site, as a part of my project. It is called www.constructivekinder.weebly.com and as of now, the site is in its very early stages. I am figuring everything out. I also have to put together my Kindergarten curriculum and write a paper about it. So in all I have to design my product. I also have to present it and that would be in the written form. That is how I chose to do it. Also, I am going to showcase it using the website in which I am creating. It is a long process but everything is coming together. I have the printed syllabus with me as a guide. Also in EDU 698, I had written a whole plan on my project where I researched my subject and followed a time line. There is about 4 weeks left until graduation. It is getting exciting because I will get to present my work for others to see. My chosen subject is a great passion of mine. I love early childhood education. It is great. I am developing a Kindergarten curriculum that is based on the constructivist theory of education. All about more hands on activities and integration of play into academics.It is awesome. I can not wait to share it with you all soon. My plan alone was about 16 pages, just to give you an idea of what I am in for : ). It is helpful because it is used as a guide. I also am creating and collecting artifacts. This has to be top notch. It is my very last class. One day, maybe I will go for my Phd or EdD...hmm do not want to think about that yet. Surviving a Masters curriculum is a constant learning experience to say the least. I am doing it for me, for the future of education. I have learned so very much this past year. Education is imperative. Education is diverse. It is something that we all need. I thrive on it. If it was too easy, it would not be as worth it. My concentration is in teaching and learning. I have gained a lot of respect for the many different teaching styles as well as learning styles that exist. I want to be in the evolution of education.