Childhood obesity is a condition where excess body fat negatively affects a child’s health or hauora/wellbeing. Due to the rising numbers of obesity in children and its many negative health effects‚ it is being recognized as a serious public health concern. According to WikiAnswers‚ %8.3 of NZ children are obese and %20 are overweight. Methods that determine body fat are difficult. The diagnosis of obesity is often based on BMI (Body Mass Index). The BMI is a proxy based on an individual’s weight
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As I attended to the video presentation‚ there are many culture issues that I can relate to‚ therefore‚ I chose inclusion. Inclusion is important in the early childhood classroom‚ as we prepare young children and families for education. The reason I chose inclusion is because I think‚ we as early childhood professionals should make our children feel welcome when they enter the classroom. As educators we should treat them equally regardless of their race or creed at all times. I have learned
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to support children and families from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds Identified and discussed using perspectives and concepts. In addition‚ I will reflect on my personal identity and attitudes to diversity in my role as an early childhood teacher. There are multiple strategies that can support children and whanau from cultural and linguistic diverse background. Firstly communication between teachers and parents/whanau or centre and home are an important part of the process. Having
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They took turns in kicking the ball in the yard. Alonte’ shows Erikson’s stage of Autonomy vs. Shame/doubt in the observation for the social/emotional development. He played outside and explored different areas on his own independently. He did ask his grandmother for assistance on a few things‚ but still did it on his owe. Physical Development Alonte’ was able to fill a watering can without problems. This shows great fine motor skills. He was able to hold onto the rope of the swings when swinging
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nutritional problems in developed countries such as the United States.” (Feldman 153) It is essential to include foods with low-fat content like yogurt or vegetables and to avoid foods with high sodium content like baked goods or unhealthy cereals. Early childhood
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Child development theories guide teaching practices of children from birth to 11 years of age. One key issue shaping curriculum design is the development of learning standards. The arrival of standards into programs serving children from birth to 11years of age has challenged those who want to ensure the implementation of developmentally appropriate practices during a standards-based climate that emphasizes accountability. In the late 2000s‚ leading researchers in early childhood education were
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Issue Formulation The formulation of issues to be discussed in this manuscript is as follows: • The History‚ Precise‚ Developmental Domains and Benefits of Early Childhood Education • The Theory of Multiple Intelligences include The Definitions and Classifications • Application of The Theory of Multiple Intelligences on Early Childhood Education Discussion Objectives The purpose of this discussion paper is to examine the influence of educational technology in institutional education and training
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Early Childhood Education Past and Present In order to decide how past philosophies‚ theories and educational models have influenced present ideas and practices related to early childhood education‚ we must first decide where we would like to begin. I will start with the ideas of Aristotle‚ because I believe his ideas on “mimesis” or imitations are evident in the evolution of early education‚ and will always be an integral part of effective learning. Once we understand that children learn and practice
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Interview with two Early Childhood teachers I interviewed two Early Childhood teachers‚ both at different‚ yet similar stages of their teacher careers. I asked the teacher’s fourteen questions‚ which helped me‚ determine what problems‚ concerns‚ and issues they are currently facing‚ and how they are coping with these issues. The teachers that I interviewed have been teaching at their center for two years. One is a head teacher in a preschool classroom and the other is also a head teacher‚ but in
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Building Relationships Rosalyn Stewart ECE312: Administration of Early Childhood Ed. Programs (BFI1048A) Instructor: Susan Hoagland December 20‚ 2010 Building relationships between the families‚ community and the staff are very important to the survival of the centers. The relationship between the two is so important that it one of the main factors that can contribute to the success of the center. To provide quality care within the centers welcoming parents to be a part of their child’s
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