EXPLORING TEACHING AND LEARNING APPROACHES FOR CHILDCARE AT NAS SAYANG CHILDCARE

Authors

  • SYARFA AKILA MATTA@MASE Department of Psychology and Counselling, Faculty of education, University Malaya, Malaysia
  • MOHD NAZRI ABDUL RAHMAN Department of Psychology and Counselling, Faculty of Education, University Malaya, Malaysia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.30651/psychoseries.v1i1.28628

Keywords:

child-centered approach, early childhood education, parental engagement, play-based learning, Internet of Things (IoT)

Abstract

This study examines the implementation of teaching and learning approaches for infants and toddlers in Malaysian childcare centers, emphasizing child-centered practices that foster holistic development. Using library research and an online interview with an experienced childcare teacher, the findings indicate that childcare educators apply a child-centered approach consistent with Jean Piaget’s Theory of Cognitive Development. Activities are designed according to children’s developmental stages to promote cognitive, social, emotional, and physical growth. The study also highlights parents’ active involvement and expectations regarding transparent communication, safety, and nurturing care. Findings show that effective early childhood education depends on collaboration between educators and parents. Furthermore, the study recommends expanding play-based learning and integrating Internet of Things (IoT) technology to enhance transparency, efficiency, and engagement in childcare management. Overall, the results stress that combining developmental theories, parental engagement, and innovative strategies ensures early education remains relevant to 21st-century family needs.

 

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Published

2025-12-26

How to Cite

MATTA@MASE, S. A., & ABDUL RAHMAN, M. N. (2025). EXPLORING TEACHING AND LEARNING APPROACHES FOR CHILDCARE AT NAS SAYANG CHILDCARE. Proceeding International Symposium on Global Education, Psychology, and Cultural Synergy, 2(1), 165–170. https://doi.org/10.30651/psychoseries.v1i1.28628

Issue

Vol. 2 No. 1 (2025): Proceeding International Symposium on Global Education, Psychology, and Cultural Synergy

Section

Innovations in Early Childhood and Youth Education

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