Family Case Study This assignment requires analysis of a family case study.  You will write a 2 to 3 page, APA-formatted paper not including the cover and references pages (a total of 4 to 5 pages).   Read the article, “Intentionally Thoughtful Family Engagement in Early Childhood Education”.    The case study is found on […]

We will study the areas of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics and how they relate singly and combined to preschool planning curriculum through the readings, resources, articles and websites, videos, planning resources and supplemental resources provided in the individual units of this course.  These resources replace the textbook and are current materials written by many […]

Think about a time you observed young children playing. Did you notice that some children were playing in groups while others played individually? Young children engage in different categories of play as they are learning and developing. In this discussion we will explore the different categories of play and the benefits of each type. Watch […]

In this discussion, we will explore what is known about bullying among young children and its prevalence in early education and childcare settings.  We will focus on what educators must do to prevent bullying and stigmatizing. To prepare for the discussion read the article about the roles of ECE and childcare professionals in bullying prevention. […]

Embracing Similarities and Differences   Embracing and accepting cultural differences is essential to valuing and respecting culturally diverse children and families. What are practices that teachers use to demonstrate acceptance of diversity? What active steps can teachers take to ensure they are being respectful of diverse cultures? Watch the video Multicultural Lesson: Embracing Similarities and Differences […]

Observing teachers is a powerful tool for improving teaching and learning as well as overall program quality. Watch this video to see the observation process for a teacher and pay close attention to what the observer is doing. Explain the role of an observer before, during, and after the observation.   Describe how the observer […]

Coffee Date with Vygotsky and Piaget Two prominent names in child development theories are Piaget and Vygotsky. Through research they both bring significant applicable theories that can be viewed daily as we observe children in our care. When we plan experiences for children in our classrooms, it is wise to consider the impact of educational […]

We will study the areas of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics and how they relate singly and combined to preschool planning curriculum through the readings, resources, articles and websites, videos, planning resources and supplemental resources provided in the individual units of this course.  These resources replace the textbook and are current materials written by many […]

In the past traditional K-W-L charts addressed what the student knew, what he/she wanted to know and what was learned.  Today teachers and students have more ways and access to locating information than ever before. It is vital that we employ new strategies that are available to us in education and in life. Children must […]

You will be assigned to research one of the 5 major Domains. They are Number and Operations, Geometry and Spatial Sense, Algebra, Patterns and Functions, Data collection and Analysis and Measurement. You will be able to work and submit the document for the entire class to view. Your instructor will assign you to a category. […]