Understanding Developmentally
Appropriate Practices Exam
Questions and Answers 100% Pass
3 principle components of Developmentally Appropriate Practices - CORRECT
ANSWER-Age Appropriateness, Individual Appropriateness,
Social/Cultural Appropriateness
Age Appropriateness - CORRECT ANSWER-Considering what is typical for a
child within a given age group
Individual Appropriateness - CORRECT ANSWER-Considering the needs of
each child as a unique individual
Social/Cultural Appropriateness - CORRECT ANSWER-Considering the social
and cultural contexts in which children grow and live
What factors affect development? - CORRECT ANSWER-A child's age,
temperament, personality, and family history
3 Challenges that affect early childhood practices - CORRECT ANSWER-1.
Addressing disparities in school success and achievement 2. integrating and
, aligning preschool and elementary school programming 3. improving teacher
preparation, professional development, and on-going support
What do quality child care programs involve? - CORRECT ANSWER-
Consistently maintain licensing standards and demonstrate responsive caregiving
practices
Structurable programs involve - CORRECT ANSWER-Licensure, Lower ratios,
and Smaller group sizes
Process programs involve - CORRECT ANSWER-Curriculum & established
routines, language & reasoning activities, and sensitive, responsive interactions
Perry Preschool Results - CORRECT ANSWER-Fewer teen pregnancies, higher
graduation, and higher income
What does Quality Early Care + Quality Education equal? - CORRECT
ANSWER-Quality Outcomes for Children
What does high quality care provide? - CORRECT ANSWER-Solid foundation
they need to be healthy, happy, and successful in life
How to make parents feel at ease leaving their child - CORRECT ANSWER-Brief
Separation plan, predictable departure, consistent lesson, and asking about their
own separation feelings
Appropriate Practices Exam
Questions and Answers 100% Pass
3 principle components of Developmentally Appropriate Practices - CORRECT
ANSWER-Age Appropriateness, Individual Appropriateness,
Social/Cultural Appropriateness
Age Appropriateness - CORRECT ANSWER-Considering what is typical for a
child within a given age group
Individual Appropriateness - CORRECT ANSWER-Considering the needs of
each child as a unique individual
Social/Cultural Appropriateness - CORRECT ANSWER-Considering the social
and cultural contexts in which children grow and live
What factors affect development? - CORRECT ANSWER-A child's age,
temperament, personality, and family history
3 Challenges that affect early childhood practices - CORRECT ANSWER-1.
Addressing disparities in school success and achievement 2. integrating and
, aligning preschool and elementary school programming 3. improving teacher
preparation, professional development, and on-going support
What do quality child care programs involve? - CORRECT ANSWER-
Consistently maintain licensing standards and demonstrate responsive caregiving
practices
Structurable programs involve - CORRECT ANSWER-Licensure, Lower ratios,
and Smaller group sizes
Process programs involve - CORRECT ANSWER-Curriculum & established
routines, language & reasoning activities, and sensitive, responsive interactions
Perry Preschool Results - CORRECT ANSWER-Fewer teen pregnancies, higher
graduation, and higher income
What does Quality Early Care + Quality Education equal? - CORRECT
ANSWER-Quality Outcomes for Children
What does high quality care provide? - CORRECT ANSWER-Solid foundation
they need to be healthy, happy, and successful in life
How to make parents feel at ease leaving their child - CORRECT ANSWER-Brief
Separation plan, predictable departure, consistent lesson, and asking about their
own separation feelings
