Early Childhood Education 1B (Grade 9-12)

Students will:

1. Describe how children develop and grow cognitively during early childhood
2. Describe when play behaviors develop and how children play at different ages
3. Explain what the types of play are and how they benefit children
4. Explain how to integrate play into children’s activities in a childcare setting
5. Describe the three basic types of child discipline
6. Explain how to effectively communicate with children
7. Explain how to use positive language to create good behavior and self-esteem
8. Describe when to intervene and help children manage their own interactions
9. Explain how to discipline children at different ages
10. Demonstrate developmentally appropriate communication with children
11. Demonstrate how to talk with parents and maintain open communication
12. Describe what observation is and how to observe children
13. Explain screenings, assessments, evaluations, and proper record keeping in a childcare setting
14. Describe and discuss how to use your observations to improve the care of children
15. Describe how to encourage language development in young children
16. Identify ways young children use language
17. Explain what a literacy-rich environment looks like and how to create one
18. List the six essential pre-literacy skills
19. Explain how to support children in learning pre-literacy skills
20. Explain pre-math skills that children should know before entering kindergarten
21. Understand how math skills develop from birth to age two
22. Discuss building math skills during the toddler years
23. Define math skills children should learn in pre-school
24. Reflect on how personal math experiences may impact teaching and discuss creating a math-rich learning environment
25. Understand the components of pedagogy, including curriculum, teaching methodology, and child socialization
26. Explore some popular curriculum models
27. Create your own curriculum through thematic and lesson planning
28. Consider activities to foster physical exercise, outdoor play, and music and arts exploration in children of all ages
29. Explain best practices when using media and technology with young children
30. Describe how to choose quality and age-appropriate media for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers
31. Discuss administrative concerns around educational technology, including technology policies and technology tools for teachers
32. Consider contemporary issues in educational technology
33. Explain how to develop an educational plan that will help you to meet your goals
34. Describe good work habits
35. Describe where to find and how to use professional-development opportunities
36. Explain what personality traits will help you succeed
37. Explain how to care for yourself while caring for children