Guidance Approach to Teaching: Creating a Nurturing Environment for Early Childhood Development

GUIDANCE APPROACH TO TEACHING 1
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GUIDANCE APPROACH TO TEACHING 2
Guidance Approach to Teaching
Introduction
Early childhood experiences play a vital role in defining an individual’s adulthood. Such
is often the case as this developmental stage relies heavily on psychological and emotional
support from the parents and teachers. Furthermore, it is a transitional phase in which the child
shifts from a private subjective relationship (with family members) to a more dynamic social
environment. Clearly, such a scenario is bound to trigger psychosocial stress that might
jeopardize the child’s ability to learn. The guidance approach to teaching demonstrates sufficient
knowledge of the teacher’s role during such a crucial developmental stage. This framework is
based on various principles including positive classroom relationships, solution-orientation, and
collaboration (professionals and parents). Porter (2016) defines five fundamental goals of the
guidance approach. First, it assists the learners to practice responsible personal autonomy.
Second, it allows educators to perceive the children’s behaviors as expression of their individual
needs. Third, it promotes emotional regulation and social competence. Fourth, it assists children
to understand their actions from a causal perspective. Lastly, it allows teachers to view the
children in the present rather than what they might become. On that note, it appears wise to
assert that the guidance approach fosters early childhood development through the creation of a
nurturing environment.
The Evident Classroom Needs in Case Study 1
When reflecting on the scenario presented in case study 1, it is apparent that the two
children are lacking fundamental developmental needs. One of the unmet needs in the scenario is
belonging. Porter (2014) argues that children often feel the need to belong to a community.
Fairly speaking, the feeling of belongingness is often pursued by adults as well; hence, it is an