Developing an educational environment for preschool children following the reggio emilia educational method

Abstract

The educational environment always emphasizes its crucial role in the early childhood education process. Paying attention to and selecting ways to construct an educational environment for young children is essential for managers and teachers at early childhood education institutions. The Reggio Emilia approach is one of the educational methods that excel in creating an educational environment for preschool children. The following article shares core content on building an educational environment for young children following the Reggio Emilia approach, including: principles; characteristics; methods of constructing both indoor and outdoor classroom environments for preschoolers. It ensures comprehensive development based on individual capabilities in interactions with the environment and those around the child. This article employs theoretical research methods, verified through observation and the application of the Reggio Emilia approach in the research area, with the hope of spreading the advantages of this educational method in the current early childhood education system in Vietnam.