EXAM 150 QUESTIONS AND CORRECT DETAILED
ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS) |AGRADE
Age appropriateness - ANSWER: means considering what is typical for a child within
a given age group.
Individual appropriateness - ANSWER: means considering the needs of each child as
a unique individual. 1
Social/Cultural appropriateness - ANSWER: means considering the social and cultural
contexts in which children grow and live.
everything teachers do should be _____-- - ANSWER: intentional
three critical challenges impacting early childhood practices - ANSWER: 1. addressing
differences in school success and achievement
2. Integrating and aligning preschool and elementary school programming
3. Improving teacher preparation, professional development and ongoing support
Structural indicators - ANSWER: are things that are "regulable," meaning they can be
monitored and are important for providing consistent care.
EX: Licensure
Lower ratios
Smaller group size
Caregiver qualifications
Professional development for staff
Health and safety regulations
Inclusive environment
Process indicators - ANSWER: are what programs "do" to help promote development
through specific activities and intentional practices. Process indicators are
observable interactions.
what satisfies a quality preschool - ANSWER: Developmentally appropriate
curriculum
Developmentally appropriate assessment procedures
Continuous staff training
Administrative support
Low teacher/student ratio
Systematic effort to involve parents
High-quality child care is - ANSWER: a safe, nurturing environment where children
learn and grow. Staff are properly trained and supported. Parents have access to the