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Waldorf Education – Rudolf Steiner

12/8/2011

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“Accept the children with reverence, educate them with love, send them forth in freedom.”
– Rudolf Steiner
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Waldorf education was developed by Rudolf Steiner (1861-1925) at the beginning of the 20th century.  Along with Steiner's broader philosophy and teachings, called anthroposophy (literally, wisdom or knowledge of man) and his profound understanding of human development that addresses the needs of the growing child, Waldorf education unfolded. 

Waldorf education strives to educate the whole child - the heart, hands and head.  The specific methods used in Waldorf education come from the view that the child develops through stages from childhood to adulthood. The Waldorf curriculum is specifically designed to work with the child through these stages of development. 

Steiner's teachings provide rich insights not only into what to introduce when, but how to teach children of various ages. Because children from 7-14 learn best when their imaginative and artistic faculties are engaged, Waldorf education helps parents/teachers present every subject in a lively and artistic way. Steiner breaks childhood down into developmental stages that occur of periods of seven years. Each stage has its own specific learning requirements.

  1. Early Childhood Learning: This stage is listed from birth to age seven. Learning is accomplished through experimenting, imitating, and the use of practical activities.

  2. Elementary School: Children do not start elementary school until they are seven years old. Learning is accomplished in this stage by recognizing the artistic and imaginative abilities within the child. The approach for learning will emphasize these abilities and by promoting artistic expression and life experiences.

  3. Adolescence: The emphasis is placed upon developing intellectual and ethical thinking, including the importance of social responsibility.

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    Szara Lyn

    Home-learning mom of 5 boys and LOVING it!
    I believe learning is a way of being; a natural, vibrant way of living.  Being open, curious and wondering about the world around us creates such an inner enthusiasm and spark for life. 

    Giving our kids the choice to learn what they love and to expose, expand and challenge themselves is the greatest gift (and skill) we can pass forward. 

    The best place I find to start is myself; to lead by example. When I am inspired and enthusiastic it just spills over to those around me. Find your thirst for learning and seeing the world anew again. Your kids will definitely lead your way and be your inspiration!

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