DISCUSSION IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION AS A TOOL FOR SHAPING KEY COMPETENCES 4C
The article is a review and focuses on the importance of discussion in early childhood education as an effective tool supporting the development of key competences of the 21st century, referred to as the 4Cs: critical thinking, creativity, communication and cooperation.
Theoretical aspects related to 4C competences are presented, including the way they are assessed and the development model, as well as issues related to discussions in the educational process. The article recalls the results of domestic and foreign scientific research relating to the importance of discussion in the development of individual 4C competencies. In addition, selected discussion methods that can be successfully implemented in early childhood education to develop creativity, communication, cooperation and critical thinking are discussed.
Creating space for discussion in the classroom is conducive to students’ activity, developing their cognitive independence and building social competences. The teacher plays a key role here, as an organizer of the space for discussion, moderator, supporting the learning process through open communication and cooperation.
The article is an inspiration for reflection on activating teaching methods that support the comprehensive development of a child at the earliest stage of education.
Keywords: 4C competences, dialogue, discussion, early childhood education, student, teacher.
