In this course, we look at the following:
Chapter 1: Introduction to Emotional Intelligence in Early Childhood
- Lesson 1: Definition of emotional intelligence
- Lesson 2: Importance of emotional intelligence in early childhood
- Lesson 3: Overview of the emotional development stages (0-6 years)
Chapter 2: Emotional Awareness and Identification
- Lesson 1: Recognizing and labelling emotions in young children
- Lesson 2: Understanding the role of emotions in behaviour
- Lesson 3: Developing vocabulary for emotions.
Chapter 3: Self-Regulation and Emotional Control
- Lesson 1: Teaching young children self-regulation techniques
- Lesson 2: Creating a supportive environment for emotional regulation
- Lesson 3: Identifying signs of emotional dysregulation and intervention strategies
Chapter 4: Empathy and Perspective-Taking
- Lesson 1: Fostering empathy in young children
- Lesson 2: Encouraging perspective-taking through play and storytelling
- Lesson 3: Addressing challenging behaviours with empathy
Chapter 5: Social Skills and Relationship Building
- Lesson 1: Promoting positive social interactions
- Lesson 2: Teaching effective communication skills
- Lesson 3: Building healthy relationships in early childhood
Chapter 6: Parent and Caregiver Involvement
- Lesson 1: The role of parents and caregivers in fostering emotional intelligence
- Lesson 2: Collaborative approaches between educators and families
- Lesson 3: Communication strategies for discussing emotional development with parents
Chapter 7: Creating Emotionally Supportive Environments
- Lesson 1: Designing classrooms and spaces that promote emotional well-being
- Lesson 2: Implementing routines and rituals to support emotional development
- Lesson 3: Incorporating emotional intelligence into the curriculum
