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Early Childhood Education Vocab

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1. Actions used by an adult to help children develop self control






2. A person that provides care in the childs home and may receive food and housing in addition to wages






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






4. Form of child abuse in which the child may be deprived of proper diet - medical care - shelter and/or clothing






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






6. Observing someone in his or her job.






7. Activities done on a daily basis such tolieting - eating - and dressing.






8. An experience planned by the teacher with a specific goal in mind.






9. To recommend - advise a plan or an action.






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






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






12. A collection that has examples of your best work.






13. Using sound to signal the transition from one activity to another






14. The Child Development Associate National Credentialing Program provides performance-based training - assessment and credentialing for participants.






15. Public and private elementary schools enrolled children in half day or full day programs to prepare children for elementary school






16. Schools provide children with freedom within limits by a structured approach. Stress the theory that children learn best by being active and doing.






17. Child care is provided in a private home.






18. Brain damage leading to periodic seizures






19. Statements of purpose reflecting the end result of curriculum.






20. Influencing children's thoughts or actions.






21. Listening - then repeating what was said.






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






23. Topic or concept around which class activities are planned






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






25. 'Permission granted by an agency of government to an individual to engage in a given profession or occupation - once an applicant has met qualifications standards.'






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






27. Diseases that can be spread to other people






28. Full day child care facilities that provide a place for children while parents or guardians are at work or school






29. How a child understands language






30. Child between the ages of 3 and 5 years old






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






32. A normal - uncontrollable reaction of your body to something that you feel - see - or experience.






33. The way children move through the classroom.






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






35. A person who provides direct care - supervision - and guidance to children in a child care facility - regardless of title or occupation.






36. The written plan giving an overall view - vital to planning a balanced curriculum.






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






38. Recording your opinions rather than facts as to why you believe a behavior is occurring.






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






40. Special room or space to seperate children who become sick or show signs of a communicable disease






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






42. Communication of one's ideas - desires - or intentions to others - usually through speech - printed words or signing






43. A letter of when introducing yourself when sending a resume.






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

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45. Allow children to go to their homes after school and receive calls from caregivers to be sure there are no problems






46. 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.






47. Developed to meet the developmental needs of children from low-income homes. Also dental - medical - and mental health services are provided for children






48. Behaviors in which one can care for themselves in the areas of feeding - dressing - bathing - and toileting






49. Breathing disorder that may cause labored breathing - coughing and wheezing






50. Summary of a persons qualification - skills - and job experiences.