What is the Reggio Emilia method of teaching?
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What is the Reggio Emilia method of teaching?
The Reggio Emilia approach is an educational philosophy and pedagogy focused on preschool and primary education. This approach is a student-centered and constructivist self-guided curriculum that uses self-directed, experiential learning in relationship-driven environments.
What is Reggio Emilia known for?
Reggio Emilia is known for producing Parmigiano Reggiano cheese and balsamic vinegar, but I also recommend tasting their herbed pumpkin ravioli when you find it on a menu.
What is the main philosophy of Reggio Emilia approach?
The Reggio Emilia philosophy values the child as central to their own learning, not simply an empty vessel waiting to be filled with knowledge. Children are able to pursue their own interests and revisit and build upon ideas at their own pace. You may have heard of something called the ‘100 languages of children’.
How is Reggio Emilia different from Montessori?
Reggio Emilia focuses more on collaborative learning whereas Montessori focuses on independent learning. Reggio Emilia classrooms are more flexible and open-ended whereas Montessori areas are more structured. Reggio Emilia teachers are seen as partners and guides whereas Montessori teachers are seen as directors.
How is Reggio Emilia used today?
Today, the trend towards natural playscapes, clutter-free daycare facilities and opportunities for collaborative play and learning are a reference to the popular child care principles of the past. Modern documentation techniques are also a reflection of the Reggio Emilia Approach.
How is Montessori different from Reggio?
Montessori children pace themselves. They choose which projects to interact with, when to have a snack, play with others, or be quiet. In a Reggio Emilia model, a collaborative approach to learning is taken and any student may steer classroom learning.
