In order for school leaders to be effective administrators in today’s public schools there are many events within the history of American education they need to understand and know. It is important, as a leader, to know how the public school system has evolved over the years, and understand why current and past laws have been put in place. They also need to know the history behind early childhood and secondary education to understand why things vary between the two. Leaders need to also understand the history and experiences of the diverse cultures within their schools.…
While being in this course I have learned about the different curriculums, philosophies and theories. In this paper I will be discussing how to develop an appropriate curriculum for preschool children. This paper will include the following topics: the theories and/or philosophies of Montessori; concepts learned throughout this course, how to apply them into an early childhood classroom focusing on the understanding components to design a curriculum for a preschool classroom based on ages 3 to 5 year old children. First let’s discuss the philosophies of both Maria Montessori and Jean Piaget.…
This unit describes the knowledge and skills required by Early Childhood Educators who support the physical, social, emotional, psychological, language and creative development of children from 0-12 years of age.…
There are many different types of early year’s provision which has been funded by the government for early years education. All three and four year olds are entitled to 15 hours of free early year’s education entitlement per week across the 38 weeks of the annual year.…
Sharon is a 6 month, 185 lbs. healthy woman. She presents with no problems during the pregnancy. She is concern with exercise that will help in the development of her baby and keep her healthy though out the duration of her pregnancy. The plan that I have suggested for her would include walking, swimming, and low pressure aerobics or yoga. All of these exercise will not only benefit her baby but also benefit her as well. Walking was one of the exercises that was suggested. Simply walking 1 to 2 miles per day or something as counting your steps can improve the circulation in the body, increase the cardio system as well as keep her in shape during the pregnancy. This will also aid the delivery process, it allows Mother Nature to do her thing and shift the baby in the downward position for birth. It will aid in making the laboring process easier for some mother and some it will not. The walking keeps the mother fit and healthy during and after having the baby. Swimming is another relaxing exercise that was suggested to the mother. When the body is under water it feels weightless and therefore giving some women a lift off on some well need places on her body during this time. Performing simple strokes with the arms and legs is good for the circulation that many women suffer from during pregnancy. The need for some women to get the feeling that the weight has been lifted if only for a few minutes is a great relief both physical and mentally to expecting mothers. Also using the arms and legs is also good on the cardio system as well. Other simple exercises that can be used are low pressure aerobics and or yoga. Exercise such as these are good for stretching the muscles that will be used in the laboring process.…
Early childhood education programs provide parents with an opportunity, the opportunity to give their child a head start in social, cognitive, and motor development. This head start can prepare a child for kindergarten and the future grade levels. According to the National Academy Press (2000) children come into the world eager to learn; the first five years of life are a time of enormous growth of linguistic, conceptual, social, emotional, and motor competence. This essay will address questions that support early childhood education programs, such as discussing the trend, research, and analysis which supports the programs.…
Assessments are completed on children at the end of their reception year, and the teacher completes an early years profile which consists of thirteen different scales which are linked to the early learning goals from each of the areas of learning.…
To maintain a commitment of professionalism is all about professionalism for both personal and professional growth. The ways I shows that I am professional are: I keep the parents and children files and observations confidential. I am very organized and work in a clean work space. I am hardly if not always on time to work and work related functions. I enjoy working with others and am always energetic with a great attitude with any task. I know how to assist with a disabled child or special needs child. I always ask questions on new rules or ways of going about in my work place to always try to be ahead of the game.…
Many researchers have taken time to learn more about how factors in an infant’s life can affect the way they develop and how it can affect their school years and adulthood. The vast majority of our development occurs in the first years of life, so what happens to us as an infant can be an indicator as to what kind of person we will become later on in life. If one experienced infancy being nurtured by loving caregivers who met their needs, researchers can predict that he or she would turn out to be a so-called normal adult who would face less issues concerning mental health.…
Basic early childhood education” is a special education for students who have mild-to moderate special education needs, including learning disabilities, behavior disorders, intellectual disabilities, and autism. In an inclusive classroom setting. The environment and curriculum are designed to fit the needs of each child who has disability. Children who are identified as a gifted or talented also require a learning environment that supports their unique abilities. Generally an evidence based practice is an instructional strategy, intervention, or teaching program that has resulted inconsistent positive result. In collusive classroom which includes children with and without disabilities needs organize desks in group…
According to Geneva Gays, “developing a knowledge base about cultural diversity, including ethnic and cultural diversity content in the curriculum, demonstrating caring and building learning communities, communicating with ethnically diverse students, and responding to ethnic diversity in the delivery of instructions,” are all solutions for educators. This includes culturally responsive learning in the curriculum. I believe that this goes much deeper than just a generalized idea about a culture from preconceived ideas. There needs to be research and information on a culture in every classroom. Talking to a child’s parents and understanding their concerns and suggestions for the student is a great place to…
References: S.Mack, Early Childhood Philosophy and Theory of Education as retrieved 18 July 2010 from http://connected.waldenu.edu/learning-and-perception/learning-models/item/927-early-childhood-philosophy-theory-of-education…
During toddlerhood the brain’s synapses still continue to connect to form neurons. “Formation of synapses is rapid during the first two years, especially in the auditory, visual, and language areas of the cerebral cortex.” (Berk, 169) The neurons that are formed will only sustain if they’re used. It is the use it or lose it mentality. Hence, children need stimulation to continue their synapse connections. “Neurons that are seldom stimulated soon lose their synapses. In all, about 40% of synapses are pruned during childhood and adolescence.” (Berk, 169)…
It is my personal belief that the purposes of education are to enable students as fully as possible to choose and eventually realize their individual path through life as adults. I also believe in whole child education which strives to teach heart, body, and mind connection. I believe that imaginative and practical, hands-on work is the best way to promote this type of holistic learning.…
Early childhood consist of children ages 0-5 yrs. old. Families are getting use to the fact their child/children has an intellectual disability. After the acceptance of the fact that the child has the disability, one must jump right in and make decisions so that the quality of life for their child is as great as possible. Early intervention is key to helping the parents receive all of the help possible for their children. There are many community agencies that will assist in helping make progress in the lives of their children (Garza, 2014).…