Emergent curriculum definition
Emergent curriculum means a teaching philosophy and a curricu- lum planning method designed to create meaningful learning experiences that focus on being responsive to child interests. This philosophy prioritizes active participation, relationship building, flexible and adaptable methods, inquiry, and play-based learning. The curriculum is child-initiated, collaborative and responsive to the child's needs, and teachers come prepared with information, offer resources to sup- port child explorations, or both.
Emergent curriculum means a philosophy of teaching and way of planning curriculum that focuses on being responsive to children's interests to create meaningful learning experiences. This philosophy prioritizes active participation, relationship building, flexible and adaptable methods, inquiry, and play-based learning. Curriculum is child-initiated, collaborative and responsive to the children's needs, and teachers come prepared with information and/or resources to support children’s explorations.