Child Development Laboratory - U of I, Urbana

designed at the classroom level to meet the needs and interests of the children enrolled. The following principles form the philosophical framework of the program: RESPECT We believe that everything we do should be done with respect for the individual, their history and culture. RELATIONSHIPS We believe that relationships are the foundation of and the context for all learning and development. These relationships build community at the individual, classroom, school, university and wider community levels. WHOLE PERSON We value the uniqueness of each individual and what they bring to the learning process. COMPETENCE We believe in the competence and potential of all learners. LEARNING & DEVELOPMENT We believe that learning and development happen over the span of a lifetime through choices, play, exploration, experimentation and reflection.