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How can the creative arts be integrated in the practice of fine motor skill development? Why should teachers use creative approaches to help young children develop fine motor skills? (150 words)

Encouraging physical fitness in very young children should be a priority for educators because of the health and cognitive benefits associated with it. To do this, teachers need to know how to promote healthy physical development in ways that are appropriate for each child’s age and ability-level. In addition, it is critical for teachers to … Read more

Why is it important to encourage physical fitness in young children? How can you support young children’s emotional health by addressing strengths, interests, and needs? (150 words)

The safety of a young child should be paramount for teachers. This is especially important for teachers of children in a birth to age 3 setting. Creating safe learning environments and monitoring for unsafe situations, both within and outside of the early learning setting, should be a teacher’s top priority. For this field experience, select … Read more

In what ways can teachers support and teach very young children to engage in safe behavior? How can teachers teach children to engage with strangers and in public in safe ways? ( 150 words please)

List 3-5 adverse health conditions that could affect young children’s development and readiness for learning and explain how these health conditions affect development and readiness for learning. ( 150 words please)

Assessment Description The development progress of a young child is important for a teacher to understand. The rate at which a child meets milestones is indicative of their health and future success in foundational learning. If the child is not meeting milestones, the teacher must be aware, and communicate concerns to parents. Identifying a child’s … Read more

Assessment Description Teachers must understand all atypical development, including students who present as gifted or talented at a young age. Teachers should know when to collaborate with other service providers, when to use enrichment techniques, and when to refer students for further testing, assessment, or gifted programs. Part 1 Compose a letter to the family … Read more

What would be a good approach when mentioning suspected giftedness to parents? What wording would you use and why? Would you mention it in person or in writing, and why? (150 words and please cite)

Assessment Description Allocate at least 2 hours in the field to support this field experience. Since early childhood educators are often the first advocates for children and their families, it is essential that they have a firm understanding of what can be provided for students and families under IDEA Part C.  Interview a preschool or … Read more