Theories
What is Bandura's Social Learning Theory?
When a child observes a behavior and then models it (monkey see, monkey do).
Developmentally appropriate practice is not ___________, but ___________ is developmentally appropriate.
Play
What does IDEA stand for?
Individuals with Disability Education Act
What is curriculum?
a written plan that describes the goals, materials, and strategies to help children meet their goals.
Why do educators need to be knowledgeable of developmental theories?
Helps them organize learning strategies for a variety of learners
Name two publications from the Early Learning System.
- Infant/Toddler Learning & Development Foundations
- Infant/Toddler Learning & Development Framework
- Preschool Learning Foundations Vol. 1, 2, 3
- Preschool Curriculum Frameworks Vol. 1, 2, 3
- Family Partnerships and Culture
- Integrated nature of learning
- ECE Competencies
- Preschool Program Guidelines
- Resources for Dual Language Learners
- Inclusion Works
- State Standards K-3
Name two red flags of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
- Echolalia
- No eye contact
- Repetitive motor movements
- Lack of responsiveness (facial expression/communications etc.)
Name an approach to planning curriculum.
- Integrated
- Thematic
- Webbing
- Project Approach
Name three of Gardner's Multiple Intelligences.
Naturalist, Musical, Kinesthetic, Interpersonal, Intrapersonal, Linguistic, Logical (math), and Spatial
Which publication details the skills an early childhood educator should have to provide quality care?
ECE Competencies
Which publication details how to integrate a child with special needs into the classroom?
Inclusion Works!
What curriculum does Reggio Emilia utilize?
Project Approach
According to Bronfenbrenner, what affects all other systems?
Time (Chronosystem)
Which curriculum areas are covered in the Preschool Learning Foundations Vol. 3?
- History-Social Science
- Science
Accommodation vs. Modification
Accommodation - changing HOW they are learning
Modification - changing WHAT they are learning
Formative vs. Summative Assessment
Formative: on-going assessment
Summative: summary upon completion