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Early Childhood Education Vocab

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






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






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






4. (Infant/Toddler Environment Rating Scale)an evaluation used for learning activities for programs working with children birth to 2 years. Things that are evaluated are: eye-hand coordination - art - blocks - active physical play - music & movement -






5. A worker with an education beyond high school that is trained for a certain field of work.






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






7. Brain damage leading to periodic seizures






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






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






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






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






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






13. 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.






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






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






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






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






18. Observing someone in his or her job.






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






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






21. Skills used to comprehend and repeat What is being said.






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






23. Words arranged in an order that makes sense - and contains almost all nouns and verbs - usually two word phrases.






24. 'The first stage of Piaget's theory lasts from birth to age two and is centered on the infant primarily learning through the senses.'






25. Type of abuse that may involve inappropriate or unwanted touches - or sexual contact






26. The ability to use clear - distinct speech.






27. Diet needs for proper growth and development






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






29. 'theory of Multiple Intelligence emphasizes that there are different kinds of intelligence used by the human brain - one being Bodily/Kinesthetic intellegence.'






30. 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






31. Expression of approval.






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






33. Garments worn by an individual.






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






35. The inability for the body to control the level of sugar in the blood






36. A position for beginners in a field. It requires limited education and training.






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






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






39. Most visible type of abuse such as bites - burns - bruises - broken bones or other unexplainable non-accidental injuries






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






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






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






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






44. Child care is provided in a private home.






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






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






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






48. Used by the teacher to keep track of a variety of children's behavior also known as participation chart.






49. Type of guidance technique used to change child's behavior by offering another choice of an activity.






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