My Research Journey

The topic I chose to analyze and do research on is ways parents and teachers foster social developmental skills in young children. From infancy, children are active member in our world. Interactions with parent(s) are the first type of social exchange for infants. An exchange from the parent(s) and the child creates an attachment. Exchanges such as facial expressions, movements, and verbal interactions help create an attachment. With an increasing number of children enrolled in center-based programs, educators and caregivers play an important role in promoting the development of social skills. By analyzing ways to foster social development in young children will strengthen my social skill as an adult so that I can build a supportive relationship with families and their children.

My personal experience in relation to the topic would be based on my infant stage, where I learned facial expressions, hand jesters as well as body language. Through these examples given by my parents was a guide to promote learning. As an educator, it is our role to facilitate and encourage social behavior as well as provide the assistance to develop a social network that supports our young children.

If any of you have any insights or information concerning ways parents and teachers can foster social development for young children, please email any information is valuable.