If you do well in this course, you will be able to:
- describe developmental characteristics of children from infancy through age 8
- demonstrate competency in identifying the physical, mental, social, and emotional differences among children from infancy through age eight when planning a developmentally appropriate curriculum
- choose age-appropriate materials and activities using child development criteria
- list and describe conditions that define a developmentally appropriate curriculum
- describe an environment for young children which is developmentally appropriate
- compare and contrast cultural differences and be able to use this information when planning for classroom experiences, communicating with parents, and guiding behavior
- identify and apply various positive guidance and behavior management techniques and strategies
- demonstrate competency in communicating with parents and conducting effective conferences
- demonstrate competency in meeting the basic nutritional needs of young children
- compare and contrast environments that are and are not conductive to encouraging positive mental health
- observe children of various ages in various settings and evaluate the effectiveness of the defined program
- become aware of an emerging professional identity and personal educational philosophy
- become familiar with professional organizations, periodicals, journals and advocacy practices
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