What effect does quality early care have on children? - ANS academic benefits lasting into high school
What age group is considered early childhood? - ANS birth to 8 years old
Age appropriateness - ANS considering what is typical for a child within a given age group
Individual approp...
, What affect does quality early care have on children? - ANS academic benefits lasting into high
school
What age group is considered early childhood? - ANS birth to 8 years old
Age appropriateness - ANS considering what is typical for a child within a given age group
Individual appropriateness - ANS considering the needs of each child as a unique individual
Social/Cultural appropriateness - ANS considering the social and cultural contexts in which
K
children grow and live
Intentionality - ANS having clearly defined goals for children and thoughtfully prepared
C
environments, experiences and activities to meet those goals
Three critical challenges impacting early childhood practices are: - ANS -Addressing
LO
differences in school success and achievement
-Integrating and aligning preschool and elementary school programming
-Improving teacher preparation, professional development and ongoing support
Structural indicators - ANS are things that are "regulable," meaning they can be monitored and
YC
are important for providing consistent care.
EX: Licensure
Lower ratios
Smaller group size
Caregiver qualifications
D
Professional development for staff
Health and safety regulations
Inclusive environment
U
Process indicators - ANS are what programs "do" to help promote development through
specific activities and intentional practices. Process indicators are observable interactions.
ST
EX: Curriculum and established routines
Language and reasoning activities
Sensitive, responsive interactions
Collaboration and provisions for parents and families
Parent, teacher, and child interactions
Child-sized furnishings
Well defined and equipped space that meets the needs of all children
Quality experiences early in life lead to better outcomes for children. These experiences lead to:
- ANS Lower delinquency rates
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