CREATIVE CURRICULUM IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION

Abstract

Early childhood education programs include educational services for the development and learning of children from birth to eight years of age. Different types of early childhood education programs that are accepted worldwide are still being used actively in various parts of the world. In this study, it is aimed to compile and evaluate the studies about Creative Curriculum which is one of the early childhood education programs. In the extent of the study, Creative Curriculum has been examined in terms of objectives, basic principles, classroom environment, assessment, the role of teacher, daily schedule, children with special needs and family participation. The study includes detailed information about the studies of Creative Curriculum and suggestions for future research.