한국과 일본의 유아교육과정에 대한 내용분석 -건강(생활)영역의 목적과 내용을 중심으로-

Abstract

This study examines the educational purpose and content of the early childhood education curriculum between the two countries, and considers the characteristics of early childhood, which form the most important foundation for physical and mental health in life among the five educational areas commonly suggested by both countries. By analyzing differences in educational goals, educational contents, and teaching and learning methods, focusing on [Physical Exercise･Health (Korea)] and [Health (Japan)], which are related to [healthy person] presented only in the course, Korea In order to understand the characteristics of kindergarten education in Japan and Korea, the following conclusions were confirmed as a result of analyzing the contents of Korea [2019 Revised Nuri Curriculum] and Japan [2017 Revised Guidelines for Kindergarten Education].In Korea and Japan, educational curriculum and activities are being proposed that focus on improving not only the ‘structural quality’ of education but also the ‘process quality’. In particular, recognizing that early childhood acquires knowledge, physical and mental developmental abilities, and lifestyle habits necessary for overall life through physical activity (play), both countries create an environment in which children can actively participate in various activities as much as possible. was working hard to build. In addition, physical fitness or exercise necessary for life such as forming relationships with surrounding human･material members such as teachers and friends through participation in various activities, acquiring communication skills, understanding and respecting objects and humans, nature and the environment, etc. We are operating a ‘play-centered education curriculum’ that helps students learn their abilities, the ability to protect themselves from safety accidents, and find all the abilities that must be experienced and acquired in infancy through play activities.