The term early childhood education and care refers to:
All programs providing education and care to children from birth through age 8 in schools, centers and homes
Which of the following names is NOT used by ECE professionals to describe those who provide professional care and education to young children? -teacher -early childhood educator -baby-sitter -caregiver
baby-sitter
Intentional Teaching includes: a. effective teaching strategies. b. consideration of the nature of appropriate curriculum content. c. balance between child guided and adult guided learning experiences. d. all of these.
d. all of these
Early childhood educators do which of the following? a. Create curriculum that addresses learning standards b. Create an environment or "set the stage." c. Work with children and families. d. Work as a part of a professional team. e. all of these
e. all of these
Research has shown that one of the critical elements in program quality is:
if the teacher has specialized training in early childhood education and care.
_______________ is now an emphasized and important component of appropriate practice.
Cultural Appropriateness
In early childhood education and care programs the education of young children is the most important focus. Therefore, a professional's role is primarily to foster the cognitive development of young children.
False
Inborn differences in temperament are NOT important for educators to attend to in their work with young children because there is nothing to be done about them.
False
Creating a Professional Portfolio is one way to demonstrate your professionalism.
True
Intentional teachers have knowledge of development, research and standards.
True
Early Childhood Educators do which of the following: A) create curriculum that addresses learning standards B) create an environment or "set the stage." C) work as a part of a professional team. D) work with children and families. E) all of the above.
E) all of the above.
Everyone has personal values that influence decisions in their career. Personal values are: A) things you believe to be worthwhile that are prized and desirable in themselves. B) learned from church and religion only. C) the right way to do things that everyone understands.
A) things you believe to be worthwhile that are prized and desirable in themselves.
The NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct is:
C) a document that defines a common set of ideals and principles to help early childhood educators decide what their ethical responsibilities are and guide them in resolving moral or ethical dilemmas.
Child care costs are relatively moderate in comparison to families' budgets and do not often place a burden on families.
False
The most prevalent form of privately sponsored child care in the United States is home-based care.
True
Licensing, which is regulated by each state, establishes a minimum level of care below which the health and safety of young children is compromised.
True?
NAEYC requirements for Teacher Qualifications in Accredited Programs by 2015 is that all teachers must hold a bachelor's degree.
False
The Race to the Top Early Learning Challenge grants will assist states in A) improving early learning standards. B) developing comprehensive early learning systems. C) early childhood workforce development D) all of the above
D) all of the above
It is estimated that relatives provide about ________ of the care families need for 19 million preschoolers. A) 50% B) 88% C) 35% D) 70%
A) 50%
The standards movement has called for content standards that define the subject matter which should be taught in public schools and preschools. What is the value of standards? A) standards can make sure every child in every setting nationwide is receiving the same educational experiences. B) standards can be used to weed out low-quality educational settings because they will lose government funding. C) standards can bring greater clarity about what is worth learning and provide educators with useful information on whether it has been learned. D) standards help educators predict what they should teach so that children are successful on standardized tests.
C) standards can bring greater clarity about what is worth learning and provide educators with useful information on whether it has been learned.
The agency responsible for licensing all child care centers and family child care homes to ensure health and safety standards in CA is: Each county in CA does this individually The Department of Education The CA Deparmentt of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division The CA Department of Children and Families
The CA Deparmentt of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division
Which CA regulations apply to all licensed early care and education programs in CA? Title 5, Department of Education Title IX standards There are no CA regulations that apply to all of these programs. Title 22, Department of Social Services
There are no CA regulations that apply to all of these programs.
While holding a Child Development Permit is desirable for someone working in the field of early care and education, it is not specifically required by any programs.
False
The staff to child ration in a privately-funded preschool-age program is: 1:6 1:12 1:8 1:15
1:12
How many certificates are offered at American River College that meet the educational requirements of the CA Child Development Permit? 5 0 6 10
6
Someone applying for a CA Child Development Permit can obtain one without having any General Education units.
true