Theories
What percentage of a child's brain is developed by age 5?
90%!
True or false: Sociocultural Theory was created my Jean Piaget
False. It was created by Lev 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
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?
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 2 ways that scripted curriculum can be harmful to students.
-They take the joy out of teaching
-They take the joy out of learning
-Decrease student achievement
-disproportionately impacts poor students of color
Which actor plays Iron Man?
Robert Downey Jr.
Define the theory of Developmentally Appropriate Practice.
Each and every child, birth through age 8, has the right to equitable learning opportunities that fully support their optimal development and learning across all domains and content areas.
What is the top of Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs called?
Self-Actualization
What type of play represents the folllowing: 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.
True - duh!
What are 2 differences between Piaget and Vygotsky?
Piaget: Development is universal, development happens in set predictable stages
Vygotsky: Social factors influence development, development differs between cultures
Which theorist said, "Play is the work of the child"?
Maria Montessori
Adelie and Kevin got married to each other on the playground today. What type of play is this?
Give an example of institutional oppression and how it is an example of institutional oppression.
(Systematic mistreatment of people within a social identity group, supported by and enforced by society and its institutions) punishment, economic, representation, etc.
Who sings Always Be My Baby?
Mariah Carey
The High Scope approach has 5 basic principles of active learning. Name 3.
2. Positive adult-child interaction
3. A child-friendly learning environment
4. Consistent daily routine
5. Team based assessment
Which of Urie Bronfenbrenner's systems includes home, immediate family, neighborhood, and school?
Microsystem
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 type of play has early research based on animals? What did they learn through that research?
RTP (rough-and-tumble play). RTP is distinctly different from genuine aggression.
What is Becka's zodiac sign?
Libra!