Loris Malaguzzi

Loris Malaguzzi
Born
Loris Malaguzzi

(1920-02-23)February 23, 1920
DiedJanuary 30, 1994(1994-01-30) (aged 73)
NationalityItalian
Alma materUniversity of Urbino
Known forReggio Emilia Approach
Scientific career
FieldsEducation, Psychology
InstitutionsMunicipality of Reggio Emilia, Reggio Emilia Psycho-Pedagogical Medical Centre

Loris Malaguzzi (February 23, 1920 – January 30, 1994) was an Italian educator and psychologist, best known as the founder of the Reggio Emilia approach to early childhood education. He advocated for recognizing children as individuals with rights and potential, emphasizing their active participation in learning processes and the development of creative expression.