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Karla Mediah

Co-founder and educational consultant

Zamani Learning

Hello, I am Karla. Early childhood educator, leader and passionate advocate of play. As co founder of early childhood consultancy, Zamani, my mission is to make early childhood research accessible and provide support, guidance and nurture to improve outcomes across the region. In my previous role as Principal of Outstanding Early Years school, Dubai British Foundation, I led my team to put current international research at the heart of practice, pedagogy and ethos. As a visionary leader, I inspire those around me to not only join, but help create the journey. Challenging practice here in the UAE through the lens of current research ensures the highest quality of education for our young learners. As the first facilitator of the NPQEYL in the UAE. I use my platform to develop and grow other early years practitioners across the region. My expertise in the field of early childhood has been an inspiration for those I have worked alongside, and for those I will work alongside in the future.

SPEAKER SESSIONS

14 November, 2024 | 12:00 to 12:20
Research-backed practice in the early years

The presentation will be based on the transformative power of integrating cutting-edge neuroscience research into early years practice. As we delve into the fascinating discoveries within the field of neuroscience, we will explore how these insights can revolutionise our approaches to early childhood education, fostering optimal brain development and lifelong learning. Understanding Neuroscience in Early Childhood: Neuroscience, the study of the nervous system, has provided profound insights into how young brains develop. In the early years, the brain undergoes rapid growth and development, making it a critical period for cognitive, emotional, and social development. Recent advances in neuroscience have illuminated how experiences, relationships, and environments shape the brain's architecture during this formative stage.