2. ABC 100 300 400 500

3. ______________________ are the simplest forms of direct observation. a. Anecdotal records b. Checklists c. Rating scales

4. Anecdotal Records

5. Approximately what percent of today’s children are in early childhood programs? a.35 b.67 c.99

6. 67

7. True or False: As a teacher, it is okay to laugh at a child.

8. False

9. Which is the most popular type of child care program?

10. Child Care Center

11. Describe 2 factors of families that have made childcare more popular.

12. Changes in Families Dramatic change in the past 25 years Women are becoming more highly educated Couples are having fewer children Young adults are getting married later in life Many families need a second paycheck Women are demonstrating an increased commitment to work Families see the value of having children attend an early childhood program

13. List and describe 3 careers in early childhood

14. Career Opportunities in Early Childhood Nannies Au pairs Kindergarten teachers Early childhood assistant and associate teachers Child care teachers and directors Family child care home Licensing specialist Playground designers Children’s librarians Salespeople of children’s products Parents educators Children’s artist

15. Name the 4 eligibility requirements of a CDA credential.

16. CDA Eligibility Requirements Personal – 18 years old with a high school diploma – Academic skills – Signed statement of ethical conduct Setting – State-approved center – Must be the head caregiver for 8 or more children ages 3-5 – 10 children must be enrolled in program and two caregivers present – No more than 20% of children can have special needs Experience – At least 480 hours work experience with 3-5 year olds Education – 120 clock hours divided among different program areas

17. List and describe 3 aspects of Montessori

18. Montessori Approach – Children “learn how to learn” – Children were allowed to explore materials that were meant to instruct – Stressed independence – Teachers provide little help

19. List and describe 4 aspects of Head Start

20. Head Start Health – All children given a total health plan – Dental, medical, mental health services provided for – Children who have not had childhood immunizations prior to enrollment are given them Parental Involvement – Recognizes the parent as the child’s first teacher – Parents are encouraged to help recruit new children, assist in the center, and take part in policy meetings

21. Curriculum  Designed to build self- esteem  Variety of learning experiences to meet the children’s needs in all four areas of development  Parental involvement is at the heart of the program Nutrition – Many do not receive nutritious meals at home – At least one snack and one hot meal is provided each day – Food is served that reflects the child’s ethnic and cultural preferences. – Designed to help children make healthy food choices and develop good eating habits.

22. List the 4 types of assessment

23. Anecdotal Records Checklists Rating Scales Sample Work Participation Record

24. What are 2 guidelines for protecting confidentiality?

25. Do not discuss a child in a setting outside the classroom Avoid using the child’s name (give a letter or #)

26. What is the difference between assessing and evaluating?

27. Assessing = what Evaluating = why