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Early Childhood Education Vocab

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Instructions:
  • Answer 50 questions in 15 minutes.
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  • Match each statement with the correct term.
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1. Sharing resources with others in the same field of study.






2. 'The pre-operational stage occurs between ages two and six - during which language - symbolic play - and drawing skills are developed.'






3. A person who is willing to learn new information and acquire new skills throughout his or her life.






4. Mississippi Early Childhood Association: is the largest state organization for early childhood professionals.






5. Garments worn by an individual.






6. Is the action involving the small muscles of the hands - as in handwriting - stringing beads - cutting or Legos.






7. Any individual - designated by the operator - who has met minimum state requirements and who has on-site responsibility for the operation of a childcare facility. This person may or may not be the operator






8. Are located at secondary or postsecondary institutions - used to train future teachers.






9. A degree earned upon completing at least thirty hours beyond a Bachelor's degree.






10. A person who provides support services such as cooking - cleaning - or driving a vehicle - but is not a caregiver.






11. School program that offers students the opportunity for on-the-job learning.






12. A child's apprehension associated with separation from a parent or other caregiver






13. Projected spending plan based on expected income and expenses.






14. School program in which students volunteer in their community.






15. A tool used to determine mastery over a period of time.






16. A person with a position that requires at least a degree from a four-year college or technical school in a particular area of study.






17. 'Howard Gardner identifies seven different human intelligences that allow us to engage in learning and help us make sense of the world.'






18. The Mississippi State Department of Health - responsible for granting licence to operate a child care center






19. Growth of body to include height - weight -coordination and balance






20. The number of adults who must be in the classroom with the children






21. Type of abuse affecting a childs self-concept through words or actions






22. Diet needs for proper growth and development






23. An observation that records the facts without using your personal opinions.






24. Before or after school care for children ages five-to-ten-year-old children






25. Lack of proper diet causing improper development in children






26. Nonverbal actions expressed usually unconsciously by an individual including but not limited to facial expressions or gestures.






27. A list of characteristics or skills considered normal for children in a certain age group.






28. Space used by the children - not to include storage - kitchen - teacher areas -






29. Listening - then repeating what was said.






30. Child between infancy and childhood it usually begins between the ages of 1 to 3 years old






31. Equipment - activities and guidance matched to the developmental characteristics and needs of each age group.






32. A natural talent or potential for learning a skill.






33. Understanding that objects continue to exist even when they cannot be seen - heard - or touched






34. Guarantees a child's records may only be released to parent or guardian






35. To suggest - remind or assist.






36. National Association for the Education of Young Children is the professional organization for early childhood education and child care in the United States.






37. Cravings for nonfood items such as paper - soap - rags and toys






38. 'the process of memorizing using routine or repetition - often without full attention or comprehension.'






39. A person from another country who lives with a family and provides child care






40. A statement that gives the purpose of the organization.






41. A degree earned after successfully completing a four year course of study at a university.

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42. The ability to use clear - distinct speech.






43. Child birth to 12 months






44. When someone demonstrates how to appropriately complete a task - action or behavior.






45. Wasting time or moving slowly for example a child eating very slowly.






46. Issued when all conditions and requirements for licensure have been met. The licensure period may not last more than a year.






47. How children interact with others and the world around them.






48. State ones feelings about a problem or behavior without placing blame.






49. Common traits/skills that helps you relate to others.






50. Child care is provided in a private home.