Early Childhood Education Today
Many young children live in diverse families. Conduct online research about the challenges of providing for different types of families. Think about diverse families, the challenges families face, and what you can do as an early childhood professional to support contemporary families. Reflect upon these ideas and then write your thoughts.
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This assignment links to the following course objectives:
- Identify the major historical influences and current issues affecting early childhood education today.
- Analyze the influence the classroom environment, daily schedule, and thought teachers have on the healthy growth and development of young children.
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Fundamentals of Early Childhood Education
8th Edition
George S. Morrison
Copyright © 2017, 2014, 2011 by Pearson Education, Inc. All Rights Reserved
Chapter 1
You and Early Childhood Education
Developed by:
Kevin M. Dartt
Walden University
Joyce E. Myers
University of Texas Arlington
Publisher to insert
cover image here
Fundamentals of Early Childhood Education, 8e
George S. Morrison
Copyright © 2017, 2014, 2011 by Pearson Education, Inc.
All Rights Reserved
Learning Outcomes
Describe who is an early childhood professional and identify the six standards for becoming an early childhood education (ECE) professional
Define developmentally appropriate practice and identify essential practices for teaching in inclusive early childhood classrooms
Explain the various pathways to professional development for early childhood educators
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Fundamentals of Early Childhood Education, 8e
George S. Morrison
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All Rights Reserved
Learning Outcomes
Explain why developing a philosophy of education is important for early childhood professionals
Identify the primary roles for early childhood professionals and the expectations for twenty-first century teachers
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Fundamentals of Early Childhood Education, 8e
George S. Morrison
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Six Goals of Professionalism
Promoting child development and learning
Building family and community relationships
Observing documenting, and assessing to support young children and families
Using developmentally effective approaches to support young children and families
Teaching and learning
Becoming a professional
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Fundamentals of Early Childhood Education, 8e
George S. Morrison
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Developmentally Appropriate Practice and Inclusive Classrooms
Guidelines for best practice following child development guidelines
Child first, disability second
All children accepted for who they are
Include all in activities, events, and opportunities
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Fundamentals of Early Childhood Education, 8e
George S. Morrison
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Developmentally Appropriate Practice and Inclusive Classrooms
Understand age and grade level you teach
Support peer collaboration
Provide rewards and incentives.
Use campus resources
Collaborate with parents
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Fundamentals of Early Childhood Education, 8e
George S. Morrison
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Developmentally Appropriate Practice Decisions
Facilitate play experiences that match the developmental level of their play
Choose materials (such as writing tools) that respect where children are in their fine motor development
Choose stories for interactive listening experiences that align with their attention and interests
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Fundamentals of Early Childhood Education, 8e
George S. Morrison
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Be a Professional Who is Multiculturally Aware
Be Concerned About Your Own Multicultural Development
Make Every Child Welcome
Make Every Parent Welcome
Collaborate With Your Colleagues
Become Active In Your Community
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Fundamentals of Early Childhood Education, 8e
George S. Morrison
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Philosophy of Education
Read other philosophies
Reflect on what you believe
Discuss with successful teachers
Write and share with others
Evaluate your philosophy
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Fundamentals of Early Childhood Education, 8e
George S. Morrison
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New Roles for
Early Childhood Professionals
Teacher as instructional leader
Intentional teacher of state, district, and program goals and standards
Performance-based accountability for learning
Teaching of reading, math, science, and technology
Increased emphasis on linking assessment and instruction
New meaning of child-centered education
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Fundamentals of Early Childhood Education, 8e
George S. Morrison
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The Future: You and
the Early Childhood Profession
Rapid change
Increased use of technology
Politicization of early childhood education
Acceleration of early childhood education and training
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Fundamentals of Early Childhood Education
8th Edition
George S. Morrison
Copyright © 2017, 2014, 2011 by Pearson Education, Inc. All Rights Reserved
Chapter 2
Early Childhood Education Today
Developed by:
Kevin M. Dartt
Walden University
Joyce E. Myers
University of Texas Arlington
Publisher to insert
cover image here
Fundamentals of Early Childhood Education, 8e
George S. Morrison
Copyright © 2017, 2014, 2011 by Pearson Education, Inc.
All Rights Reserved
Learning Outcomes
List critical, contemporary issues that influence the practice of early childhood education
Describe the characteristics of a culturally diverse classroom
List examples of strategies for teaching and learning in the inclusive classroom
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Fundamentals of Early Childhood Education, 8e
George S. Morrison
Copyright © 2017, 2014, 2011 by Pearson Education, Inc.
All Rights Reserved
Learning Outcomes
Identify strategies to prevent violence, bullying, and abuse in my classroom.
Explain ways teachers can be politically aware and keep current in the rapidly changing field of early childhood education.
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Fundamentals of Early Childhood Education, 8e
George S. Morrison
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Issues Influencing the Practice of Early Childhood Education
Changing Families
Working Parents
Fathers
Single Parents
Teenage Parents
Wellness and Healthy Living
Illnesses
Obesity
Poverty
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Providing for
Cultural Diversity
Diversity
Multicultural
Awareness
Multicultural infusion
Foster cultural awareness
Use appropriate instructional materials
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George S. Morrison
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Ways to Help English Language Learners
Develop content around a theme
Visual aids and hands-on activities
Use routines to reinforce language
Engage ELL learners with English speakers
Allow nonverbal responses
Use technology
Respect, preserve, and honor children’s culture
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George S. Morrison
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Violence, Bullying
and Abuse
Violence
Prevent/reduce violence in children’s lives
Bullying
Talk, walk, squawk
Childhood Abuse and Neglect
Reporting child abuse
Seeking help
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Federal and State Involvement
in Early Childhood Programs
Increased funding of early childhood programs
Race to the Top (RTT)
No Child Left Behind Act (Public Law 107–110
Focused attention on developing educational and social programs to serve young children and families
Preschool programs in public schools
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Fundamentals of Early Childhood Education, 8e
George S. Morrison
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Technology and Interactive Media
Active and hands on
Enhances feelings of success
Avoid passive screen time such as television
Integrate into daily learning activities
Use non-violent software and content
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Fundamentals of Early Childhood Education, 8e
George S. Morrison
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Twenty-First Century Learning Skills
Core subjects and 21st century themes
Learning and innovation
Information, media, and technology skills
Life and career skills
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