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Early Childhood Education Vocab

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






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






3. 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






4. Listening - then repeating what was said.






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






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






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






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






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






10. A learning experience that is spur of the moment - could be teachable moments -unplanned events.






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






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






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






14. A degree earned once courses of study has been earned or completed usually at the end of a two year period after high school.






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






22. Training required for designated employees by MSDH annually to maintain licensure






23. (Early Childhood Environment Rating Scale) an evaluation used for learning activities for programs working with children 2 ½ years to 5 years. The subscales learning activity areas are: fine motor; art; music & movement; blocks; sand and water play;






24. Is a stage in human development from birth to 5 years of age.






25. A connection between child and caregiver/parent






26. A form used to describe ones abilities and qualifications when applying for a job.






27. Developed the psychoanalytical theory. Anecdotal records - rating scales - checklist






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






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






30. 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.






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






32. Growth that occurs over a period of time






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






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






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






36. Type of guidance technique that can be used when a child's misbehavior is not harmful.






37. To suggest - remind or assist.






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






39. The development of a child's cognitive - social - emotional - and physical skills through the sequence of changes.






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






41. Differences among others.






42. Diseases that can be spread to other people






43. Process of gradually learning to base one's behavior on personal beliefs of right or wrong






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






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






46. '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.'






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






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






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






50. Influencing children's thoughts or actions.