Early Education Basics
what dose ACE stand for
Early Childhood Education
Which activity is MOST appropriate for preschoolers?
Sensory bins
At what age do toddlers usually speak more then one word
Around 2 years old
Which teaching method is hands-on and child-led?
Montessori
Who is UWSP’s mascot?
Stevie the Pointer
what is the age range for early education
0-8 years old
What is the best way to redirect challenging behavior?
Blocks or coloring
What type of play involves pretending
Symbolic/pretend
Which philosophy centers on creativity, community, and project-based learning?
Reggio Emilia
Which building hosts many education classes?
Pray-Sims
what is the main goal in early education
support whole-child development
which behavior strategy focuses on praising positive actions?
Positive reinforcement
What is telegraphic speech?
Short sentences
Which approach uses routines, songs, and repetition to support learning?
HighScope
Where do many Early Ed students complete field placements?
UWSP Child Learning & Care Center
what focuses on thinking, problem solving, and understanding?
Cognitive development
What does “scaffolding” mean
Giving support to help a child reach the next level of learning
term for a child learning by watching others?
Observational
What does “play-based learning” prioritize?
Learning through exploration, play, and discovery
What campus resource lets education majors borrow materials for lesson plans?
Curriculum & Instruction Resource Room
What framework guides many early childhood programs
Developmentally Appropriate Practice
What is “emergent curriculum”?
Curriculum built from the children’s interests and ideas
Which theorist created the stages of cognitive development?
Jean Piaget
What is the concept where teachers observe children and then use their interests to guide lessons?
Inquiry-based learning
What is the name of UWSP’s education program that connects students with hands-on teaching experience?
Professional Education Program