CD54 Study Guide
Mid-Term
pp.6-22
Learning and Developmental Theories
Developmentally Appropriate Practice
Child Development and Learning
Individual Strengths, Interests, and Needs
Social and Cultural Contexts
Creative Appropriateness
Importance of Play
Developmental Stages of Play
Theories and Play
pp.38-47
Process of Curriculum Development
Examples of Curriculum Models and Programs
Montessori
Head Start
Bank Street
High/Scope
Reggio Emilia
Multicultural/Anti-Bias Consideration
Culture is Learned
pp.66-76
Themes, Units, Projects, and Webs
Final Exam
pp. 118-133
Overview
Children’s Literature and Literacy Development
Types and Genres of Books for Children
Selection of Books for Young Children
Age and Developmentally Appropriate Children’s Books
Integrating Literature into other curriculum areas
pp. 156-165
Overview
Concept Development in Young Children
Math Language of Early Children
pp. 186-194
Overview
Basic Scientific Process Skills and Concepts for Young Children
Creating a Scientific Environment
pp. 240-250
Overview
Children's developmental stages in art
Teachers as facilitator and observer
Establishing an environment for creative expression and experimentation
pp.300-307
Overview
Music and creative movement education for young children
Large and small muscle development and physical fitness
Types of instruments