Conclusion and referencing

Conclusion 

Looking at different perspectives and different types of learning enables viewers to decide what would be best for them, or their children. The Montessori, Te Whariki and Foundation Phase have similarities, for instance they are all child focussed, play, self confidence and problem solving are at the heart of them all, although they have dissimilarities too, like the teaching, culture and implementation. 

However I feel that all three approaches would be beneficial for children into the teenage years and early adulthood. Maybe by following these approaches there will be less difficulties with regards to the lack of education in adults, which has a knock on effect to employment, self esteem, and mental health issues. However there will always be a need for adult provision.

References

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 Montessori, M. (1989). The Montessori method. New York: Schocken.

Nutbrown, C., Clough, P. and Selbie, P. (2008). Early childhood education. Los Angeles: SAGE.

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 O'Grady, A. (2013). Lifelong learning in the UK. New York, NY: Routledge.