Theories
What is Erik Erikson's second stage in the psycho social theory?
Autonomy vs shame and doubt
culture is...
Is invisible and effects everything that we do
What is self esteem?
It is a valuing process and ongoing self-appraisal which encompasses self-image and self concept
What are some strategies to create partnerships with families?
collaborate, be respectful, communicate regularly , be responsive, share resources, etc
To promote self-help skills, what should adults do?
A) Restrict children to what they can do well
B) Encourage trials and exploration
C) Do everything they can for the child
D) Manage the risks children explore
Encourage trials and exploration
Piaget states that children are moving towards what stage as they are entering school?
A) Preoperational
B) Concrete operational
C) Intellectual
D) Mental
b) concrete operational
What is the definition of temperament?
Temperament is an inborn trait that is genetically determined
what is affirmation?
A positive, validating message
Which of the following is a responsibility of early educators?
1.Set up the center or classroom to invite both boys and girls to all areas
2.Make sure boys try on dresses in the dress-up corner
3.Create competitive activities between boys and girls
4.Set up a classroom environment that supports gender specific roles
Set up the center or classroom to invite both boys and girls to all areas
How can we promote positive self esteem?
build positive relationships, affirmations, build on autonomy , etc
11) Which theorist is best known for research on moral decision making?
A) Kohlberg
B) Erikson
C) Gardner
D) Vygotsky
a) Lawrence Kohlberg
Define blended family..
a family unit formed when two individuals, who may have children from previous relationships, combine their lives
what is family- centered approach?
collaboration, The teacher sees the importance of creating a relationship with each family
How can teachers become better communicators with families?
1. communicate only at pick up
2. schedule meetings at different times to be accommodating to all families
3.communicate only by email
schedule meetings at different times to be accommodating to all families
Which theorist came up with the hierarchy of needs?
MASLOW
Define immigrant family..
a family where at least one parent or spouse is foreign-born.
What is exploration?
when a child explores the environment, more secure children will explore more freely
Teachers should not have family- centered approaches at the childcare.
True or false
False
A young child sucking on his/her thumb is an example of what?
1. self soothing
2. needs to be quiet
3. wants a soother
4. does not have trust in parent
1. self soothing
In Maslow's Hierarchy of needs what do basic needs mean? (4 different ones)
food, water, air and rest
Define extended family..
a family that extends beyond the nuclear family, including grandparents, aunts, uncles, and other relatives, who all live nearby or in one household.
What is SIDS?
Sudden Infant Death Syndrome
Teachers should explain the benefits of play to parents such as play allows children to be active explorers.
True or false
true
Why did early childhood experts want to change the word discipline to guidance?
1. it sounds better
2. educators prefer frequent change
3. children like it better
4. it reflects a more positive approach
4. it reflects a more positive approach