Cultural Mirror Image: A Text Analysis of the Guide to the Social Development of Preschool Children in China and Australia
Keywords:
Learning and development, Social field, Pre-school children, China, AustraliaAbstract
From a cross-cultural perspective and through text analysis, this study compares the Guidelines for Learning and Development for Children aged 3 to 6 (China) with the Early Years Learning Framework for Australia (EYLF), titled Belonging, Being & Becoming. The analysis encompasses educational objectives, implementation principles, teaching methods, practical operations, and the role of educators. It highlights the focal points of each country in these areas and examines their relationship with respective cultural and educational traditions. The study advocates for educational practices prioritizing children’s subjectivity, enhancing educators’ reflection and evaluation abilities, and fostering an open learning environment.
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