The Reggio Emilia Approach is an educational philosophy focused on preschool and primary education. It was started by Loris Malaguzzi, who was a teacher himself, and the parents of the villages around Reggio Emilia in Italy after World War II. The destruction from the war, parents believed, necessitated a new, quick approach to teaching their children. They felt that it is in the early years of development that children form who they are as individuals. This led to creation of a program based on the principles of respect, responsibility, and community through exploration and discovery in a supportive and enriching environment based on the interests of the children through a self-guided curriculum.
Read more about Reggio Emilia Approach: Philosophy, Community Support and Parental Involvement, The Role of Teachers, Long-term Projects As Vehicles For Learning, The Hundred Languages of Children, Loris Malaguzzi International Centre, Conclusion
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