Workshop on “Early Years Matter: Let’s Shape the Future Together”
Workshop Highlights
Shifa Tameer e Millat University held an online 8-Series workshop “Nurturing Holistic development in early years” on 31August to 23 September 2024. This workshop focused on fostering comprehensive growth in young children.
- The workshop emphasized fostering well-rounded growth in children by integrating meaningful learning experiences.
- Play-based strategies align with children’s natural curiosity, making learning enjoyable and meaningful.
- Storytelling, enhances children listening skills, vocabulary, and imagination.
- Under the sub-theme Climate Change Education, strategies for teaching sustainability and environmental awareness were highlighted.
- Activities like nature-based play, recycling crafts, and storytelling helped participants learn ways to introduce eco-conscious habits to young learners.
- The sub-theme Home Schooling explored personalized teaching approaches, focusing on blending academics with life skills at home.
- Assessment in Early Years focused on evaluating children’s progress through play, portfolios, and observation.
- Participants explored innovative ways to assess social, emotional, and cognitive development in stress-free settings.
- Attendees gained hands-on experience with tools and strategies to nurture creativity, critical thinking, and environmental stewardship.
- The event provided practical insights for educators and parents to support children’s holistic development effectively.