subject: Understanding the Concerns Regarding Early Learning [print this page] Understanding the Concerns Regarding Early Learning
Many parents think that educating their little one too early could have adverse effects on their intelligence. However, according to scientific research, this is not quite true. Early learning is a good thing if the parents, and other responsible adults interacting with the child, create the right setting for this.
The human brain begins to develop even before birth. This process of development continues well into the adulthood stage. The foundation of your son/daughter's intelligence, acumen and behavior is dependent on the earlier stages of brain development. Why is this so? It is easier for the brain to adapt at the early stages.
However, two major factors influence the impact of learning at the early stages of childhood. (If you are thinking that it has anything to do with your child's capabilities, you are wrong). Here are the two considerations
2) Responsible adults who create the proper ambience for learning
The next thing of importance is which method to employ to teach your kids. Keep in mind one point the element of fun; and you are going to be successful in your attempts to teach your kid the basics. Instead of conventional methods of teaching, let your little one learn on their own your job is just to create the ambience conducive o this.
It is always a good idea if he/she can get their basic learning at home (just like charity, education needs to begin at home too). You can avail various tools that would help you in this regard. If you think it to be difficult, get help from an expert in this field of learning. With their help, it becomes easy to help your kid learn.
Next are the benefits of learning at the formative stages of life. Here is a look at the points of consequence
Have a good understanding of the basics of early reading and math
Have no requirement for special education, in most cases
Have little chance of repeating a grade
Have lesser chances of needing child welfare services
Have higher scope of completing graduation and going on to higher studies
Numerous observational studies are available that provide ample proof of the benefits of starting early when it comes to your kid's education. These kids grow up to become responsible adults. The results reveal higher employment rates, better salaries, lesser delinquency, and such others.
Not only does this education help the child, it also helps the community. From a social point of view, it is extremely important for a community's success that the individuals in the community are responsible adults. Proper education at the early stages makes the necessary foundation strong.
Interestingly, learning at the early stages of brain development has a positive impact on the economy as well. High quality education at this stage means lesser grade retention, lesser grade repetitions at the senior levels of schooling. This implies that the schools, and the government, save money.
