UDAP Study Guide Latest Version Graded A+

UDAP Study Guide Latest Version Graded A+ Describe Developmentally Appropriate Practice It helps teachers improve the effectiveness of their work with children. It helps them make decisions based on what they know about children. Teachers who know how children think and learn, recognize that children learn best when they are given many opportunities to explore materials and their environment with their peers and adults. Knowledgeable caregivers are able to build on what children already know and can do but also make them stretch toward what they don't know yet or are unable to do without help. Describe intentionality and list some ways that you can implement this strategy. The adult must be consciously aware of the decisions they make about: 1. Varying their teaching strategies to be more appropriate for the group and individual children 2. Preplanning and organizing the environment with learning goals and objectives in mind 3. Meeting children where they are and helping them reach challenging and achievable goals Three critical challenges impacting early childhood practices are: 1. Addressing differences in school success and achievement 2. Integrating and aligning preschool and elementary school programming 3. Improving teacher preparation, professional development and on-site support Outcomes of quality child care • Lower delinquency rates • Increased graduation rates • Adults who earn higher salaries • Increased home ownership • Better cognitive and language skills • Adults who spend less time participating in social programs or on welfare Which disciplinary practices are prohibited by Florida Statute? • Children shall not be subjected to discipline that is severe, humiliating or frightening • Discipline shall not be associated with food, rest or toileting • Spanking or any other form of physical punishment is prohibited Describe how the entire community benefits when children receive quality care. Parents and communities who have access to quality care tend to have a more stable workforce. Employees have fewer absences and late arrivals at work, higher productivity levels and are less likely to be dependent on social services. Finding good child care is the first step to school success. Children enter school with foundational skills that they need to be successful. When parents feel that their child is in a safe, loving and stimulating environment they feel more at ease at work. Describe the importance of establishing relationships. • Just as children go through separation anxiety, so do parents. • Trust is established over time. • Remember, a caregiver's role is not the same as a parent. Parents need to know you respect them as the child's first teacher. • If you are a new teacher or in a new program, parents probably won't know you and yet you will be taking care of their child five days a week! • Put yourself in their place and pass on all the information you can about their child. Describe some ways to establish positive relationships. • Create an environment where parents and children feel welcome and included. Greetboth the child and parent by name as they arrive. Think of something positive andconnecting to say to them as they come in. Do or say something special to let them know that you are glad they are here today. • Provide opportunities for open dialog and two-way communication. Parents value anddepend on your professional knowledge and experience. Be careful not to comeacross as a know-it-all, instead be genuine and trustworthy. Describe some strategies for improving difficult relationships. • Respect parents preferences, choices and concerns for their children. Be considerate of their thoughts and dreams for their child and reassure them that you are here for them. • Identify the parents' strengths and weaknesses. Stay on neutral ground, leaving strong emotions out as much as possible. Keep in mind the most important thing is that children need caring adults at home and at school who have their best interest at heart. Describe some ways that you can increase the bond between you and the children in your care. By talking with them about their interests and ideas Active listening