Vocabulary 1
An unexpected event the teacher can use as a learning opportunity
teachable moment
cautious
Slower to make decisions
Program goals are based on this
child development
These must be developmentally and culturally appropriate
Early Learning Standards
Activities designed to keep children busy are not this.
productive
these children notice small changes in the environment. When a new plant appears on the science table, they are the first to notice
Visual Learners
Engaging activities
Connect the children’s interests, experience, and developmental levels
Used to improve professional practice by promoting high-quality learning environments for young children
early learning standards
Focusing on the whole child is the primary focus of what?
a developmentally appropriate curriculum
MELDS
(not in book)
Maine Early Learning Standards
These activities indirectly prescribe children’s actions. Stringing beads, working puzzles, and cooking are all examples.
Structured or closed-ended learning activities.
the first to try new activities and will rarely contact the teacher for help. They enjoy engaging in new tasks without directions or assistance from the teacher.
Field Independent Learners
Infusion
The process of integrating multiculturalism into all curricular areas.
Children who like to work with others.
field-sensitive learner
These four things all influence whether the center meets its program goals for children.
Teachers, available resources, activities, and the environment
A National Early Learning Standard
Head Start’s Child Development and Early Learning Framework
The Three Basic Questions to consider when planning curriculum
Give an example of each question...
Is the Information worth knowing?
Is the Information Testable?
Is this Information Developmentally Appropriate?
They will volunteer and assist others in picking up blocks, setting the table, and finding a place for a puzzle piece
Field Sensitive Learners
A teaching philosophy in which learning is seen as a constant process of exploring and questioning the environment with hands-on curriculum stressed
content- and process-centered approach
Children who are more independent, prefer to work on their own, and like to try new activities
field-independent learner
Goals to promote optimal development for children in an early childhood setting might include these 3 goals
(list any 3 of the 12 in the book)
What varies from state to state?
Approaches to the use of standards
Thoughtful and focused. It needs to contain a balance of learning activities supporting all developmental domains, or areas of development.
An appropriate curriculum
These are the four types of basic learning styles
field-sensitive, field-independent, visual learner, and auditory learner.
Learning experience planned with a specific goal in mind
Broad statements of purpose that state the desired end results.
Program Goals
Children should make choices and participate in most activities without this
an adult’s assistance
The purpose of early learning standards
to improve professional practice by promoting high-quality learning environments for young children
An example of balancing an active and quiet learning activity
active outdoor play followed by a story and small group
Individual learning styles should be considered in curriculum development to cater to what?
the diverse ways in which children learn best.