"Developing Social Responsibility in Very Young Children through Inspirational Peaceful Education"

I have discovered through teaching very young children using various methods to teach social responsibility/educational values using primarily a mixture of peace education combined with Socrates (is a student-centered approach... [ view full abstract ]

I have discovered through teaching very young children using various methods to teach social responsibility/educational values using primarily a mixture of peace education combined with Socrates (is a student-centered approach to education), Reggio-Emilia (educational importance of community and free inquiry) and the Montessori Method (child-centred educational approach is based on self-directed activity, hands-on learning, collaborative play and scientific observations of children) have opened a window of expression for the very young children to develop at their own paces allows them to gain the character and values to help them throughout their lives to be peaceful, productive, and innovative citizens of the world.

The children in my current situation are all learning English as a second or third language. If we are open to other methods of education we are able to create a mixture of methods to reach the ability of every child. Changing directions to discovery a new thread of thought opens a new opportunity and natural curiosity in young children, which then instills the love for education and discovery throughout their life. 

Combining other theories of early childhood and education has opened an abundant avenue to address the learning & social abilities for the children in my care. My colleagues and I have also worked in Bosnia after the wars of 1990's to help children suffering from war trauma. We taught peaceful reconciliation through art, dance, music, with a large amount of love to help the children adjust. We also worked with their parents and the community to overcome the stress of that time period.

The children I have been mentoring and observing over the years have developed an appreciation and love for discovery and education.