Paper short abstract:

Utilising dioramas examines child development through psychoanalytic and anthropological perspectives. Students curate childhood experiences, contributing to empathetic teaching strategies. The visual representations provide cultural recognition and meaning to childhood moments.

Paper long abstract:

The joint paper presents an innovative approach leveraging dioramas as an analytical tool to examine child development through psychoanalytic and anthropological perspectives by. First-year students actively engage in crafting and curating dioramas representing childhood moments, facilitating a unique experiential learning approach. The study explores child development within a laboratory school context, integrating psychoanalytic depth-oriented techniques with anthropological insights. Dioramas offer visual representations of childhood experiences and relationships, enriching the understanding of developmental complexities. Observational research in the lab school setting focuses on children's interactions, play, and behavior, facilitating connections between psychoanalytic theories and cultural influences. The dioramas provide intricate snapshots of childhood experiences, shedding light on the influence of cultural norms on identity construction. The analysis highlights the interplay between unconscious drives and cultural context, offering insights into empathetic teaching strategies taking into account individual and cultural landscapes. This intersection enriches the comprehension of childhood development, emphasizing the integration of individual psychological growth with the collective cultural environment. Ultimately, the blended approach provides valuable insights into the experiences shaping young minds, paving the way for nurturing empathy and resilience in educational practice.