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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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This is a study tool. The 3 wrong answers for each question are randomly chosen from answers to other questions. So, you might find at times the answers obvious, but you will see it re-enforces your understanding as you take the test each time.
1. Diseases that can be spread to other people






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






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






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






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






6. Five levels. Assumed human nature was good not bad - and we continually need to fulfill needs. Pyramid






7. Topic or concept around which class activities are planned






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






9. 'argued that when a childs actions have positive results - they will be repeated - continued negative results may end unwanted behavior'






10. Actions such as spoken words or gestures that influence behavior.






11. Allows the child care facility to operate pending the issuance of a regular license.






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






13. The ability to use clear - distinct speech.






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






15. Lack of proper diet causing improper development in children






16. An agency responsible for providing public assistance programs to the populations they serve.






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






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






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






20. Expression of approval.






21. An injection of antigens given to a person to provide immunity from a certain disease






22. '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.'






23. A license issued at the licensing agencies discretion where violations may endanger the health or safety of the children - but only when such violations may be corrected within a specified period. Period of time may be no longer than six months.






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






25. 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.






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






27. Extreme allergic reaction






28. Written plan showing specific actions and activities used to meet planned goals






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






30. A type of observation centering on a specific event in form of written notes






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






32. How children develop skills such as concentration - and the ability to learn - understand - recognize and reason.






33. Moving from one activity to another






34. The evaluation of a program that has been evaluated by an external body to meet certain standards of quality.






35. Theorist believed that experiences in childhood influence your entire life.






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






37. Observing someone in his or her job.






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






39. How a child understands language






40. Sharing resources with others in the same field of study.






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






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






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






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






45. Workers who are self-employed or own their own business.






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






47. An oath or set of moral principles - determined by a professional organization for its members.






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






49. Keeping sensitive personal information of others private.






50. A detailed account of behavior over a particular period of time.