This project was inspired by the Reggio Emila approach, through the process of creating a digital story the students are part of each step in the learning process when they research, investigate and create  to learning where the child is able to be part of and see the learning process, not just the end-product. Creating a digital story on the life-cycle of a Minibeast is beneficial in many ways. For example, it allows students and educators to both reflect on the learning that has taken place and determining how to extend future learning. Supported by theorists such as (Vgotsky, 1980) who advocate that by children and educators working together in the learning process, complexity is developed and enables more complex learning to takes place (DEEWR, 2009).The notion that children learn by doing (Piaget, 1980) is reflected throughout the task of creating. 

 

I value the importance of a holistic approach to teaching and learning. I recognize that the hand, body, and heart are connected (Pestalozzi, 1827). Children’s social, emotional, physical, creative, and spiritual well-being influences their learning (DEEWR, 2009).

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"Our task is to help children communicate with the world using all their potential, strengths and languages, and to overcome any obstacle presented by our culture" (Malaguzzi, L).

 

In doing so we will create innovative, free thinking students who will contribute positively to society.