Training and Careers, Observations, and Child Abuse
True or False: Utah law requires anyone who believes a child has been abused or neglected to immediately report it to Child and Family Services or law enforcement
true
What are the domains of development
physical, cognitive, social/emotional
What is active listening?
Adults listen thoughtfully in carefully to a child, does not offer solutions, does not criticize
What is the overall goal of guidance and disciple?
self discipline - the ability for the child to direct their own behavior and not be directed upon
What is a lesson plan?
A description of the activities that includes goals and procedures
Why do we observe children?
To understand the child and their experience in the classroom, to learn how to respond and interact with children, identify how to best challenge and support children, to develop realistic curriculum and goals
What are developmentally appropriate practices?
Why is it important to appreciate each child in an early childhood setting?
It helps children feel valued, boosts self esteem, and supports their emotional development and sense of belonging
What is the difference between punishment and discipline?
Punishment focuses on making a child suffer for misbehavior; discipline teaches and guides them towards better choices
What is the objective in a lesson plan?
The overall goal that the children may learn, know, and/or do
What are some advantages of obtaining the CDA
Advance your career, meet job requirements, higher wage opportunities
What are the three core considerations of DAP according to NAEYC (National Association for the Education of Young Children)?
1. knowledge of child development and learning 2. knowledge of each child as an individual 3. knowledge of the child's social and cultural context
What is the difference between a growth mindset and a fixed mindset?
A growth mindset means believing you can improve with effort; a fixed mindset means thinking your abilities can't change
What are some reasons children might misbehave?
to be heard, understood, or validated, common for their age, natural curiosity, they do not know better, to get attention, to get power, revenge, feeling inadequate, to belong
What is the rationale in a lesson plan?
Explains how the activity benefits the child
What are the requirements for obtaining the CDA?
120 hours of formal education, 480 hours of experience working with children, a professional portfolio, CDA observation with a professional development specialist, and passing the CDA exam
Why is play essential in early childhood education, and how does it promote learning?
It provides concrete, sensory, and pretend experiences that support the domains of development.
How can educators support children in understanding and expressing their emotions in a healthy way?
By naming emotions, give permission to experience all emotions, modeling healthy expression, using books or role play, and teaching calming strategies
What are natural concequences?
Outcomes that happen naturally as a result of behavior (a toy breaks if thrown)
What is the standard in a lesson plan?
A concise written description of what students are expected to know and be able to do at a specific stage of their education
Explain the difference between naturalistic and participant observation, and why objectivity matters in observations.
Naturalistic observation is watching children without interference; participant observation involves interacting with them. Objectivity is important to avoid bias and ensure accurate, factual documentation.
Identify and define Mildred Parten's Six Stages of Play
1. unoccupied play - scattered 2. solitary play - plays alone 3. onlooker play - watches others 4. parallel play - plays alongside, not with 5. associative play - interacts without coordination 6. cooperative play - organized group play with roles and goals
How can educators help children learn to resolve conflict?
By teaching problem solving steps, modeling respectful communication, guiding them to express feelings and needs, and helping them brainstorm fair solutions
List at least three examples of positive guidance techniques
respond to aggressive behavior in non aggressive ways, adjust the environment so that items that might be a potential problem are out of sight, positive statements, redirection, reverse attention, positive reinforcement, limited choices, time away/cool down area
What is the reflection in a lesson plan, and why is it important?
A teacher's review of what worked well and what could be improved in the lesson; it helps improve future teaching