Early Childhood Education

CHOOSE THE CORRECT ANSWER(S): What pre-reading skills can we work on through the classroom library corner?

• PRINT MOTIVATION

• PRINT AWARENESS

• NARRATIVE SKILLS

• PHONOLOGICAL AWARENESS

The Word Wall should be empty at the beginning of the course, but then we should include sounds, letters and words day after day.

• TRUE

• FALSE

What does the story say about the importance of early education?

• Early learning can lead to fewer teen pregnancies and a longer life.

• Supporting children’s early learning can lead to higher test scores and a better chance of going to college.

• There is a lot of brain development from birth until 8-years-old.

• • 
    The story says all of the above.

What does Deborah Stipek say about Kindergarten?

• It is better to delay learning until first grade.

• Missing the year of kindergarten can put kids at a disadvantage in school.

• Kindergarten is where children learn basic math skills.

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    It usually does not matter if children miss that year of school.

What does the story say about U.S. funding for childcare programs?

• Children are not impacted by funding cuts to child care programs.

• Two percent of U.S. education budgets go to childcare.

• • 
    One-third of child care programs could close because of lack of funding.

• Pandemic relied funding for childcare continues till next year.

Why did Hannah Levy choose not to send her daughter to kindergarten?

• • 
    There is a lot of time left for her daughter to learn study skills.

• • 
    Kindergarten is not important to her development.

• Her daughter’s kindergarten program ended because of funding issues.

• • 
    Her daughter’s child care program is better for learning study skills.

How can technology enhance early childhood education?

• Provides interactive learning experiences through multimedia or games

• Increasing screen time without consideration for developmental needs.

• replace traditional teaching methods to keep up with modern trends.

• Isolating children from social interactions and outdoor activities.

TRUE or FALSE

Screentime for children in early childhood settings should be limited due to concerns that would impact their development.

What are some examples of age-appropriate technology for early childhood settings?

• interactive whiteboards

• programmable toys

• digital storytelling tools

• Educational apps

What are the potential benefits of introducing screen-based technology in early childhood classrooms?