Theories
What percentage of a child's brain is developed by age 5?
90%!
True or false: Sociocultural Theory was created by Jean Piaget
False (Vygotsky)
True or False: Academic standards can be met through play.
True!
Pre-packaged curricular materials that script out exactly what a teacher will say and do to lead students through a lesson.
Scripted and/or mandated curriculum
Who has Becka danced on stage with?
The Beach Boys and Valentin Elizalde!
What is the name of the theory that utilizes home engagements?
Funds of Knowledge
Which theorist spoke about a More Knowledgeable Other being able to scaffold students' learning?
Lev Vygotsky
What does play look like with infants and toddlers?
Some examples: toddler walking on a wet street, stomping in puddles, cause and effect, comparisons, sensory input, tummy time, exploration with puzzles, baby dolls
List two ways that scripted curriculum can be harmful to students.
-They take the joy out of teaching
-They take the joy out of learning
-They decrease student achievement
-They disproportionately impact poor students of color
Which actor plays Edward Scissorhands?
Johnny Depp
What is the top of Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs called?
Self-Actualization
Which theorist would say that children learn and develop in set, predictable stages?
Erik Erikson
What type of play represents the following: banging, mouthing, shaking, throwing objects
Exploratory or Sensorimotor Play
List three ways we can engage with families as teachers
-Consider them as partners who want the best for their children
-Invite families to share their knowledge
-Recognize and respect family structures
-Reflect on your identity and how that shapes your relationships with families
-View linguistic, cultural, and family diversity as strengths
-Etc.
True or false: Zendaya can dance, sing, and act, and do all the things.
TRUE. No argument!
At which stage within Erikson's Psychosocial Theory would you see a child exploring control over their environment?
Stage 3: Initiative vs. Guilt
(In stage 2, children are exploring their self-control and independence)
Which of Urie Bronfenbrenner's systems includes home, immediate family, neighborhoods, and schools?
Microsystem
Adelie and Kevin got married to each other on the playground today. What type of play is this?
Symbolic, dramatic, pretend
Each theorist holds beliefs about the nature of children. Which theorist believes that, through play, children are reflecting their innate curiosity, imagination, and desire for holistic development?
Friedrick Froebel
Who sings Always Be My Baby?
Mariah Carey
What is defined as environmental changes that occur over lifetime that impact development?
Urie Bronfenbrenner's Chronosystem
What are two differences between Piaget and Vygotsky?
Piaget: Development is universal, development happens in set predictable stages
Vygotsky: Social factors influence development, development differs between cultures
How do we know if play-based learning is working?
-The child is engaged and curious
-The child is making connections to previous knowledge
-Visible progress in any domain
What is one right that children have, according to the UN Rights of the Child?
There are so many! Becka will confirm!
What is Becka's Zodiac sign?