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Introduction

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Phase IAspects covered in training explainsRole of the early childhood educator in promoting

creativityCreativity in relation to the early childhood settingCreating an environment that encourages creativityDifference in incorporating materials that are meant to

produce something specific versus those that are based solely on the creativity of the student

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Understanding Creativity

Creativity can be defined as a process, which enables an individual through conscious invention to describe resourcefulness.

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Creativity ProcessCreativity process can be identified through play,CuriosityCreativityExploration

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SignificanceThe significance of promoting creativity in early childhood

areIt enables children to express their ideasEnables them to create new meanings and create their

own views Enables them to gain self esteem

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Being a creative Educator and its Importance to young childrenCreativity in the Early childhood is important inIncreasing coherence among childrenProviding a creative environment creates a flexible

approach in learning Educators play a key role in improving life chances of all

children through creativity

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Phase IIPhase II covers on the plan that integrate materials covered

in the presentation into the classroom. Discussion on how to incorporate the new creative

materials learnt about during the presentation.Sharing some ways that are currently fostering a creative

environment

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Phase II PrinciplesComing up with a plan in creativity in the Early Childhood

Environment is based on these principle A ChildPositive relationshipEnabling Environments Learning and Development

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Creativity PlanCreativity plans and principles are centered on collaborative

learning through Learning through Experience Educator Involvement Dispositions for Learning Mental and Physical Involvement Decision Making Personalised Learning

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Phase IIICritical thinking in promoting creativity in implementing

the plan considersCreating connectionsTransformational understandingShared and sustained thinking

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Phase III implementationCovers mostly on the aspect of implementation of creativity

plan in respect ofGathering essential information about early childhoodTheir professionals Evaluation of the information gathered

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Formative AssessmentA formative assessment is dependent o a curriculum in

which play and exploration promotes creativity throughExperience active learningPersonal problem solving, numeracy and reasoning

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Phase IVThis evaluation is based on the provision and support

offered for the children. This supports their CuriosityExplorationPlay

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Goals and ObjectivesIn evaluating the goals and objectives in the aspects of

creativity, educators has to ensure children develop inExploring different media Exploring different materialsImaginative play or imagination

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ConclusionThe above phases are important in the promoting creativity

in early childhood. This because this plan promotesUnderstanding of culturePromotes exploration of valuesEnhances response andPromotes exploration

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ReferencesBruce, T. (2011). Learning through play: For babies,

toddlers and young children. London: Hodder Education

Hutchin, V. (2013). Effective practice in the EYFS: An essential guide.

Palaiologou, I. (2013). The early years foundation stage: Theory and practice. London: SAGE.