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Podcast: The Voice of Early Childhood
Episode: Self-efficacy in young children
Description: Maureen Hunt, Early Years Consultant, talks to us about self-efficacy for under 5's. Angelica and Maureen discuss slowing down and making time for independence, and seeing children as capable and competent and allowing them to persevere and build confidence. They also consider anxiety in children, supporting a sense of self, encouraging feelings of pride and satisfaction, persisting during set backs and avoiding limiting beliefs. Maureen and Angelica tap into: 00:50 - What is self-efficacy 01:30 - Performing certain tasks - is this too adult-led? 03:30 - Allowing children to struggle 06:30 - Seeing everything as a learning opportunity 07:00 - Anxiety in...