CHED 1003 - Foundations and Theories in Early Childhood Education

• Examine the major roles and characteristics of early childhood teachers. (NAEYC 5a, 5c, 5d) 
• Outline the philosophical foundations and historical forces that have shaped early childhood education. (NAEYC 5c, 5d) 
• Match the developmental principles and major milestones of children from birth to age eight to the areas of physical, emotional, social and cognitive development. (NAEYC 1a, 1b, 2b, 4b,4c)
• Compare different types of early childhood programs (NAEYC 1c, 4c, 5b, 5d)
• Locate appropriate standards and guidelines for teaching young children (birth to age eight) within an inclusive classroom. (NAEYC 1a, 1b, 1c, 2c, 3b, 4a, 4b, 4c, 4d, 5b, 5d)
• Summarize key socio-cultural, political, and economic context forces that have had an impact on early childhood education. (NAEYC 1b, 2a, 2b, 2c, 4a, 4c)
• State the teacher’s role in supporting the socialization process in young children. (NAEYC 1a, 1c, 2a, 2b, 2c, 4a, 4c)
• Collect examples of beneficial strategies which establish an effective home and school partnerships. (NAEYC 2a, 2b, 2c, 3d, 4a, 4d, 5b)
• Review Arkansas-approved curriculum for young children. (NAEYC 1a, 1b, 1c, 2c, 3a, 3c, 4b, 4d, 5d)
• Connect the practice of observing children to planning developmentally-appropriate learning experiences. (NAEYC 1c, 2a, 3a, 3b, 3c, 3d, 4b, 4d, 5b)
• Evaluate physical environments, activities, and materials for young children birth to age eight. (NAEYC 1a, 1b, 1c, 2c, 3a, 3b, 3c, 4b, 5b, 5c, 5d)
• Acknowledge professional work ethics (NAEYC 5b)