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Why is it important to involve stakeholders in setting up the learning environment?

Who are the stakeholders at school?

  • Educators 
  • Special needs therapist(s)

Let's find out how these stakeholders play an important role of setting up the learning environment! 

When educators create a positive and supportive environment, children will feel safe and secure. A positive classroom environment is one that is conducive to learning. It should have a comfortable temperature, plenty of materials and supplies. A positive classroom environment also encourages creativity and flexibility in the teaching methods used. (Yussif, 2023). Hence, when educators are involved in creating a positive learning environment, educators build strong relationships and trust with children. 

Special needs therapist are involved in setting up the learning environment as they work closely with the educators to provide an inclusive learning environment for children with special needs. The special needs therapist will access the child's learning abilities and inform the educators about any modifications and support the child might need. Based on these assessments, children with special needs are integrated into the classroom. (Hout, 2017). Hence, special needs therapists are involved in setting up the learning environment as they would help to create an inclusive and supportive learning environment for children with special needs. 

Image from: Morin (n.d.).

Who are the stakeholders at home? 

  • Parents 

Here is why parents are the main stakeholders at home.

Parents play an important role in setting up the learning environment at home. Children need space, time and materials and an accommodating environment that nurtures their sense of security. They need an environment that is conducive to learning and allows their brain to develop. (Mcllroy, 2024). Parenting involves taking advantage of every opportunity to enhance children's learning and providing them with challenges to learn from. Through interaction with their children and the experiences that they provide them, parents can influence and guide children's growth and development. (Villarreal, 1995). Hence, parents are directly involved in setting up the children's learning environment as they hold the responsibility of their child's well-being and development. 

Image from: Effective Child Therapy (2017).

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