Child-Initiated Play and Learning: Teacher-Framed Documentation and Reflection

An article from Diane Kashin on the emergent curriculum and documenting learning. The co construction of meaning involves teachers and students.

“It involves a process of planning that emerges from the daily life of children and adults. It builds on the theories of constructivism, particularly social constructivism. Learning takes place through joint activities and interaction with others. Based on the theories of Lev Vygotsky emergent curriculum involves children and teachers in a process of co-construction.”