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Introduction
Phase IAspects covered in training explainsRole of the early childhood educator in promoting
creativityCreativity in relation to the early childhood settingCreating an environment that encourages creativityDifference in incorporating materials that are meant to
produce something specific versus those that are based solely on the creativity of the student
Understanding Creativity
Creativity can be defined as a process, which enables an individual through conscious invention to describe resourcefulness.
Creativity ProcessCreativity process can be identified through play,CuriosityCreativityExploration
SignificanceThe significance of promoting creativity in early childhood
areIt enables children to express their ideasEnables them to create new meanings and create their
own views Enables them to gain self esteem
Being a creative Educator and its Importance to young childrenCreativity in the Early childhood is important inIncreasing coherence among childrenProviding a creative environment creates a flexible
approach in learning Educators play a key role in improving life chances of all
children through creativity
Phase IIPhase II covers on the plan that integrate materials covered
in the presentation into the classroom. Discussion on how to incorporate the new creative
materials learnt about during the presentation.Sharing some ways that are currently fostering a creative
environment
Phase II PrinciplesComing up with a plan in creativity in the Early Childhood
Environment is based on these principle A ChildPositive relationshipEnabling Environments Learning and Development
Creativity PlanCreativity plans and principles are centered on collaborative
learning through Learning through Experience Educator Involvement Dispositions for Learning Mental and Physical Involvement Decision Making Personalised Learning
Phase IIICritical thinking in promoting creativity in implementing
the plan considersCreating connectionsTransformational understandingShared and sustained thinking
Phase III implementationCovers mostly on the aspect of implementation of creativity
plan in respect ofGathering essential information about early childhoodTheir professionals Evaluation of the information gathered
Formative AssessmentA formative assessment is dependent o a curriculum in
which play and exploration promotes creativity throughExperience active learningPersonal problem solving, numeracy and reasoning
Phase IVThis evaluation is based on the provision and support
offered for the children. This supports their CuriosityExplorationPlay
Goals and ObjectivesIn evaluating the goals and objectives in the aspects of
creativity, educators has to ensure children develop inExploring different media Exploring different materialsImaginative play or imagination
ConclusionThe above phases are important in the promoting creativity
in early childhood. This because this plan promotesUnderstanding of culturePromotes exploration of valuesEnhances response andPromotes exploration
ReferencesBruce, T. (2011). Learning through play: For babies,
toddlers and young children. London: Hodder Education
Hutchin, V. (2013). Effective practice in the EYFS: An essential guide.
Palaiologou, I. (2013). The early years foundation stage: Theory and practice. London: SAGE.