Curriculum Development Review

study flash cards!

What does DAP stand for?

developmentally appropriate practice framework to meet children where they are and meet the goal

What are the two dimensions of DAP? Explain both of them?

age appropriateness:

Expected goals and milestones guideline

Individual appropriateness:

Differences in ability and needs and interests

What is curriculum? Why do we develop it? Why not just go with the flow

curriculum is what happens in the classroom everyday

We develop it to be prepared, assist in or plans being smooth, have everything we need, hitting all domains, providing structures

We don't go with the flow because it encreases behaviours

What are the 3 different learning styles? Explain all three of them

auditory, visual, kinesthetic 

Visual things we see help us learn

Auditory needs to hear to learn

Kin is learning by hands on learning or movement

What are the 3 developmental domains

cognitive, social/emotional, physical

List the three “Principles of Learning” and have an example for each on

learning through observation or play

Exploring new things such as sensory items

Child-centred learning

Simple to complex

Inquiry based learning 

Variety or varieties/ activities

Choice

Own-paced open ended activities

What is a schedule and explain why a daily schedule is important to children

a schedule is a routine showing what will happen and when it will happen in the day, including arrival departure snacks meals activities

We use it because it provides structure, creates a calm environment, helps limit behaviors with routine, encourages safe practices being enacted at all points through the day

What are the principles of a schedule?

the principles of a schedule are Uninterrupted play periods, minimise doing the same thing over and over all the time, allows choice

List different routines in a child care classroom

circle time

Snack

Nap

activities 

learning

What skills can children learn through regular routines in the classroom?

Connect the domains and the skills in each. Use the examples that we created in class

Sharing

Patience group activities

Hygiene bathroom breaks, tidying time

Social skills lunch time

Fine motor skills during lunch with utensils

Privacy bathroom

Listening skills

Independence

What is a transition?

the period of time when children move from one activity/space to another

List different ways in which transitions can run smoothly

give time warning

Smooth transitions 

As little as possible 

Playing clean up songs

Having a visible clock

How can you create a space that gives a child a sense of belonging in your classroom?

welcoming with warm greetings

Labeled cubbies

Eye level pictures and art

Photos of them

Cultural incorporation 

Inquiry based items

Age and size appropriate items

Books, dolls, diversity amongst items and space

Preliminary placement – when you are thinking of your learning centers, what do you need to consider?

drama, art, reading, learning, building, consider organization, safety, accessibility, clearly defined, noise levels, well equipped/stocked up

List items of ‘Loose Parts

buttons, screws, stones, (open ended materials)

Connect a loose part with all 3 domains

counting, hopscotch/trading, stacking

List all the learning areas

drama, art, reading, learning, building

How should learning centers be clearly defined and well equipped?

easily accessible, defined spaces, volume separated

Things to consider in your learning centers

age appropriate, safe, diverse, inclusive, easily appropriate.

How do you assess your classroom?

stand at the door, back to the door, consider placement of amenities, get onto your knees, all areas should be visible, always assess safety and outdoor spaces

What constitutes equipment; materials; supplies?

equipment=furniture, boards, cots, kitchen equipment

materials=Cars, puzzles, dolls

supplies=Clay, sand, paint, paper, consumables, paper towels, diapers, cleaners

What types of play materials are considered acceptable in early learning centers?

Wooden toys, easily clean and less breakable, neutral toys, open ended materials. Durable plastic toys. Safe and age appropriate

What are a few criteria for play materials?

safety, age appropriate, cost, durability, toxicity, cleanable, quality

Why are open-ended materials a good choice for young children to engage in?

encourage independent thinking, hands on learning, creativity, exploration

List the 8 roles of teachers/List a few descriptors of each

observer = watches play, safety, learning

scriber= communicate to parents, taking notes for other staff, writing documentation and forms

scientist= encourages experiments,and exploration

architect= the furniture, designing space and activities, explorable spaces 

mediator= solving conflict between kids, using voice to communicate with children, staff, parents

coach=observe child's skills and play games and activities, encouraging through play and learning

Prop manager=collect, set up, arrange materials both outdoor and indoor.

broadcaster=providing feedback to children and papers, reading stories, sending newsletters, feedback and reflection.

Other contributors/resources that you can bring into your classroom for sharing their skill/interest/knowledge

extended family, guest speakers, community helpers, firefighters, supporting documentation such as How does learning happen, ELECT, Textbooks