Identify the misconception that classroom curriculum is more important than social relationships.
Discover the truth about classroom curriculum and social relationships in early childhood education and child care centers. Explore the misconceptions and learn appropriate practices for identifying and demonstrating the importance of individual planning for children.Trainings incorporating this outcome
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120 hours courses
12 CEUs10 hours courses
5 hours courses
Related Outcomes
- Identify curriculums specific to children birth through age three
- Identify common interaction strategies to help promote a positive classroom environment for young children.
- Identify specific considerations and resources for implementing an outdoor classroom program.
- Demonstrate understanding of the dynamics and the importance of a relationship between a parent and professional (.5 hr).
- Recognize the importance of consistency, continuity, and responsiveness in supporting pro-social behaviors in children.
- Identify the importance of being sensitive to those who decide not to nurse and of welcoming environment that encourages mothers to breastfeed
- Identify strategies to facilitate learning in the early childhood classroom using various methods.
- Identify different types of barriers for mixed ages with disabilities and ways to adapt curriculum to fit their needs.
- Recognize the importance of music in both child development and curriculum.
- Identify the importance of child nutrition and nutrition training for staff in childcare.
- Identify the importance of documenting the home visitor's work with the family.
- Identify common mental health disorders in children and the importance of early intervention.
- Identify the importance of professional development for child care professionals and strategies to make meaningful choices.
- Identify the components of positive relationships with children, co-workers and families.
- Identify importance of individual planning.
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