Introduction to Finnish Early Childhood Education
The concept, purpose and mission of the Finnish early childhood education system (ECEC)
Description
Early childhood education is an integral part of the success story of Finnish education. Early childhood education and care, pre-primary education and primary education form a continuum that supports the child’s development and learning. Early childhood education builds a foundation for the life-long learning path in Finland. Finland has high-quality early childhood education and care (ECEC). Early childhood education is provided for children aged 0–5 years. The Finnish ECEC is based on the educare model: an integration of care, education and teaching. The objectives, principles and contents of ECEC are guided by the National Curriculum Guidelines on ECEC, which aims to promote the provision of ECEC on equal terms throughout the country. The course presents the Finnish Educare model and National Core Curriculum guiding ECEC in Finland. It also unveils the mission and core tasks of Finnish ECEC: promoting children’s wellbeing, happiness and health. Jump in and learn more about a typical day in Finnish ECEC! Trainer: Master of Education Elena Chukhlantseva, ECEC specialist / Learning Scoop Through over 15 years of working in the education field, Elena has gained academic and practical experience in multicultural and multilanguage settings as a teacher in a bilingual school, a researcher in the sociology of education and trainer. For the last few years, she has trained teachers, experts and other interested stakeholders both in Finland and abroad on topics of early childhood education, pre-primary and primary education. As an ECEC Specialist of Learning Scoop, Finland, Elena Chukhlantseva has focused on training about Finnish early years education and primary education, collaborating with partners on developing Finnish-inspired curriculum for early years, promoting the best Finnish educational practices.
What You Will Learn!
- Learn the Concept, Purpose and Mission of the Finnish Early Childhood Education system (ECEC)
- You will gain a profound perspective into comparing ECEC in Finland with your respective location, and identify the strengths and development areas in your work
- You will be prepared to continue the exploration of the research-based Finnish ECEC approaches and practices.
- You gain fundamental insights into the Finnish Early Childhood Education System (ECEC)
Who Should Attend!
- Anyone who is interested in Education development, particularly early childhood education.