Importance of intentional teaching

Intentional teaching is highlighted as a key pedagogical practice in the Early Learning Framework, with a strong connection to differentiated teaching in K-12 education. The discussion emphasizes the need for instructional support and explicit teaching in early childhood education, as identified by the EFA kids research. While there may be a misconception about the directness of instruction, the podcast explores the idea of providing concept and knowledge development through play-based, exploratory, and inquiry-based approaches.