I start my EYFS placement in a week's time, and have been reflecting on my use of Computing as a TA. I worked as a teaching assistant across EYFS before embarking on the PGCE course, supporting children from 2-5years. I was mainly placed within the Preschool class (pre-Reception, age 3-4), and had a leading role in teaching Early Computing. This was mainly considered to be part of the 'Understanding the World' area of the EYFS, but also involved parts of the other 6 areas, from Personal, Social and Emotional Development, to Communication and Language. - A session for 'Computing' existed on our timetable, but these resources were available during Continuous Provision time. The children especially loved to use the Mobile Phones as part of role-play activities, calling an ambulance or ringing their parents at home. The timetabled session included adult-led activities, such as directing a remote-control car to a specific phoneme mat, or around an assault course. The children developed competence and confidence, especially in the use of the interactive whiteboard. They used the talking clipboards and cameras to record their experiences both within and outside the classroom, for example on a nature walk. They were able to both talk and draw about the plants and animals. This especially supported children who were less confident in mark-making.
I hope to use my EYFS placement to further investigate how Computing can be used across the Early Years; to enhance learning environments, support development and enable positive relationships. I know that my placement school uses an app to make and record observations, rather than the post-it-note system I have used before. This will be a great way to further my understanding and confidence within Computing. Links Jolly Phonics - www.jollylearning.co.uk Ten Town - www.tentown.co.uk Topmarks Maths Games - www.topmarks.co.uk/maths-games/5-7-years/counting TTS Resources - www.tts-group.co.uk/early-years/ict
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9/5/2023 09:03:32 am
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