NZTC produced e-journal, He Kupu, a respected research platform for ECE sector

He Kupu (The Word) is an NZTC produced biannual publication, providing ECE professionals throughout New Zealand the opportunity to share research and practical knowledge across a wide range of sector relevant topics.

The newly released 30th edition of the fully refereed online research journal for early childhood educators, examines the meaning of holism and its role in supporting children’s learning and development.

Through practitioner research and personal narratives, contributors from across the country reflect on and delve into the connections within oneself, to others and to the natural environment. Examples include, NZTC lecturer Phoebe Tong, who using childhood studies as a theoretical lens, examines children’s agency and offers suggestions for practice that kaiako can adapt to their everyday teaching.

Acknowledging the varying cultural differences on the notions of holism, ECE professionals Barbara Scanlan and Galina Stebletsova explore these cultural perspectives in an early childhood setting. They illustrate how preservice and beginning teachers can foster positive relationships with all tamariki and whānau of their centre community.

NZTC Academic Dean, Dr. Sean Dolan, says the latest He Kupu issue encourages and invites readers to reflect on the meaning of these connections and the implications these have for the relationship between learner and teacher.

“We hope this special issue provides readers with an insight into the importance of holism, its connections to teaching practice in early childhood education, and its potential to impact the lives of children and teachers in meaningful ways.”

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