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Are we at risk of becoming Early childhood paparazzi?

July 15, 2023 By Kirsty Fantini

I love technology as much as the next person, and it definitely has its place in early childhood environments. However, technology for young children should be interactive, purposeful, support learning & curiosity.

So, what about “taking photos”? I know we take photos of children engaged in play & experiences as part of our documentation and “evidence” for families.

However, I have observed educators requesting children to stop & pose, even following children to capture images.
Does this present a risk?

A risk for both parties – for children to disengage from the momentum of play & discovery and for educators to “disengage from engaging”?

A risk to place emphasis on the end product rather than the process of learning?

A risk for children to perceive having their image taken every day is normal?

A risk for us to become paparazzi like in our behaviours and only see what’s on the surface rather than a deep understanding of a child’s play, personality, needs, development, that we would experience when we are truly engaged.

These are things for us as educators to consider, discuss, reflect upon and ensure we have a balance, an understanding or agreement as to why we take images, when we take them and how they are used.

Do we want to be like the lady in the image- present and experiencing the moment… or looking through the lens?

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About Kirsty Fantini

My name is Kirsty Fantini and I am the Director of Early Years Training & Consultancy. My qualifications include a Bachelor of Education in Early Childhood, Dip. Prof Counselling and Cert IV Training & Assessor (TAA).

I have worked within Early Childhood Education & Care for over 23 years as an educator, director, trainer & assessor, mentor & consultant. I place great value on children's development, learning & well-being, along with time outside & connecting with nature.

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