Exploration on the Current Status of Low-Structured 
Material Provision in Kindergarten Regional Activities

Jialing Liu

doi:10.70711/neet.v3i3.6703

Exploration on the Current Status of Low-Structured Material Provision in Kindergarten Regional Activities

Jialing Liu

Abstract

Childrens learning is fundamentally rooted in direct experience, facilitated through dynamic interactions with materials and their
surroundings. The quality of material provision in regional activities significantly influences childrens engagement, creativity, and cognitive
development. In recent years, low-structured materialscharacterized by open-ended play, adaptability, and multifunctionalityhave become
a cornerstone of progressive early childhood education. However, educators grapple with challenges such as theoretical ambiguity, age-inappropriate deployment, and a lack of intentionality in material design. This paper critically examines the current landscape of low-structured
material provision in Chinese kindergartens, identifies systemic issues, and proposes evidence-based strategies to optimize their pedagogical
impact. Recommendations include integrating structured and unstructured materials, adopting phased deployment models, embedding implicit
learning objectives, fostering teacher professional development, and addressing resource inequities. By bridging global best practices with
localized innovations, this study advocates for a holistic approach to material provision that nurtures critical 21st-century competencies while
honoring cultural and developmental diversity.

Keywords

Regional activities; Low-structured materials; Material provision; Pedagogical strategies; Early childhood education; Developmental appropriateness

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DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.70711/neet.v3i3.6703

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