ece study guide

Q1: Who works in a child care center?

A1: Director, assistant director, lead teacher, assistant teacher, aide, cook, custodian, office staff, volunteers.

Q2: Key personality traits of a teacher?

A2: Enthusiastic, patient, flexible, creative, dependable, compassionate, good communicator.

Q3: Main responsibilities of teachers?

A3: Care for children, plan activities, guide behavior, observe and assess, communicate with families, maintain environment, be professional.

Q4: What is developmentally appropriate curriculum?

A4: Activities suited to children’s age, needs, and interests.

Q5: Types of childcare settings?

A5: Family homes, centers, Montessori, Head Start, preschools, employer programs, public/private schools.

Q6: Features of a good learning environment?

A6: Safe, organized, age-appropriate materials, encourages exploration and independence.

Q7: How do companies benefit from childcare?

A7: Better employee attendance, lower turnover, increased productivity.

Q8: Changes among mothers?

A8: More working, pursuing education, balancing work/family.

Q9: What is developmentally appropriate practice (DAP)?

A9: Teaching that fits children’s age, needs, and culture.

Q10: What do children develop in early childhood?

A10: Physical, cognitive, social, and emotional skills.

Q11: Early childhood period?

A11: Birth to age 8, rapid growth in all areas.

Q12: Why study child growth & behavior?

A12: To understand development, guide learning, and address behavior.

Q13: What affects classroom environment?

A13: Space, arrangement, colors, outdoor areas, safety.

Q14: Choosing toys & books?

A14: Age-appropriate, safe, educational, engaging.

Q15: What are consumable materials?

A15: Materials used once or replaced frequently (paper, glue, paint). (

Q16: Direct vs. indirect guidance?

A16: Direct – clear instructions & limits; Indirect – classroom setup, modeling.

Q17: Causes of behavior challenges?

A17: Stress, fatigue, unmet needs; e.g., biting.

Q18: Setting & enforcing limits?

A18: State rules clearly, be consistent, follow through.

Q19: Daily schedules & routines?

A19: Predictable, consistent, balance of activities and rest.

Q20: Assessment & observation?

A20: Watch, record, and evaluate children’s learning and behavior.

Q21: What are portfolios?

A21: Collections of children’s work showing progress and skills.