EEC1700 - Foundations of Child Development

Early Childhood Ages and Stages

Discussion: Why is My Child Doing That?

What do I need to know to complete this discussion?

• *The questions I need to answer in my discussion post.
• *When the posts are due. (Course Calendar.)
• *What are the three core DAP considerations.
• How to create a Discussion post.
• How to post in the Discussion Forum.
• How to reply to others in the Discussion Forum.

*This information is found in the assignment instructions... Look closely!

Written Assignment: Milestones of Development Chart

What do I need to know to complete this assignment?

• *The assignment requirements.
• *When the assignment is due. (Course Calendar.)
• Research the four age groups. (See the "How to Use the Online Library" section below.)
  • Infant (ages 0-18 months)
  • Toddler (ages 18-36 months)
  • Preschool (ages 3-5 years)
  • Early School-age (ages 5-8 years)
• How to create a Table   
• Using the Online Library
• *What to name the assignment file.
• How to use the drop box.
• How to complete a written assignment.
• APA formatting and citations.

*This information is found in the assignment instructions... Look closely!

Live Classroom: Please refer to the instructions in your course for this information.

Now that I've completed this week's Module, it's time to assess my progress. I'll ask myself these questions:

• How comfortable am I with course navigation? Aside from practice, where can I find help with that? Tutor Match
• Do I know how to set up and complete my course assignments?  Where can I get information to make that easier?  The Writing Guide
• Did I meet the deadlines/due dates?  If not, where can I get help? Time management resources
• Do I have a system in place for studying?  If not, where can I find resources? Study resources
• How is my overall progress so far? (How do I check grades and feedback?) Checking grades
  • I'm still nervous about this whole thing! Get some reassurance from a student tutor who 'knows the ropes' 
  • I want to get some feedback or reassurance, who can I contact? Talk with a student tutor who's been there

Selections from the Online Library

Reliable Websites

Supporting Development Across Domains

Discussion: Enhancing the Setting

What do I need to know to complete this discussion?

• *The questions I need to answer in my discussion post.
• *When the posts are due. (Course Calendar.)
• *Information about DAP (Developmentally Appropriate Practice) across the developmental domains.
• How to post in the Discussion Forum.
• How to reply to others in the Discussion Forum.

*This information is found in the assignment instructions... Look closely!

Written Assignment: DAP Activity Plan

What do I need to know to complete this assignment?​

• *The assignment requirements.
• *When the assignment is due. (Course Calendar.)
• *Where to locate the worksheet file.
• *What to name the assignment file.
• How to use the drop box.
• How to complete a written assignment.
• APA formatting and citations.

*This information is found in the assignment instructions... Look closely!

Live Classroom: Please refer to the instructions in your course for this information.

DAP (Developmentally Appropriate Practice)

What is DAP?

DAP refers to providing an environment and offering content, materials, activities, and methodologies that are coordinated with a child's level of development and for which the individual child is ready. Three dimensions of appropriateness must be considered:

• DAP is a central concept in the world of education and means teaching in ways that the child learns best. 

Why is it such a big deal?

When our best practices are developmentally appropriate, we are maximizing the learning opportunities for children.  When our practices are NOT DAP, we may actually be 'getting in the way' of children's learning. 

Example: If an Early Childhood Educator is expecting toddlers to be able to sit still for a 20 minute group time, he/she will likely see toddlers moving around and trying to leave the circle because this expectation is NOT developmentally appropriate for children this age (see #1 above Age appropriateness).

Developmental Milestones

Selections from the Online Library

Helpful Websites

Theories of Child Development and Learning

Discussion: Support Your Theory

What do I need to know to complete this discussion?

• *The questions I need to answer in my discussion post.
• *When the posts are due. (Course Calendar.)
• *Information on the theories.
• How to create a Discussion post.
• How to post in the Discussion Forum.
• How to reply to others in the Discussion Forum.

*This information is found in the assignment instructions... Look closely!

Written Assignment: Competency Statement

What do I need to know to complete this assignment?​

• *The assignment requirements.
• *When the assignment is due. (Course Calendar.)
• *How to label and format the statement.
• *What to name the assignment file.
• How to use the drop box.
• How to complete a written assignment.
• APA formatting and citations.

*This information is found in the assignment instructions... Look closely!

Live Classroom: Please refer to the instructions in your course for this information.

Selections from the Online Library

The Family's Influence on Child Development

Discussion: Seeing the Impact of Families

What do I need to know to complete this discussion?

• *The questions I need to answer in my discussion post.
• *When the posts are due. (Course Calendar.)
• How to create reference list. 
• How to create a Discussion post.
• How to post in the Discussion Forum.
• How to reply to others in the Discussion Forum.

*This information is found in the assignment instructions... Look closely!

Written Assignment: Family Resource Guide

What do I need to know to complete this assignment?​

• *The assignment requirements.
• *When the assignment is due. (Course Calendar.)
• Local agency that provides family counseling (hints found in the assignment).
• Where to locate translation services (hints found in the assignment).
• Two or more agencies for children with disabilities (hints found in the assignment).
• Three or more Credible websites that deal with child development.
• *What to name the assignment file.
• How to use the drop box.
• How to complete a written assignment.
• APA formatting and citations.

*This information is found in the assignment instructions... Look closely!

CDA Credential

• Find information about creating the CDA Portfolio in the School of Education Guide.
• Use the CDA Professional Portfolio Checklist linked below as a guide.

Live Classroom: Please refer to the instructions in your course for this information.

Selections from the Online Library

Recognizing Developmentally Appropriate Practice (DAP)

Discussion: Understanding Child Development

What do I need to know to complete this discussion?

• *The questions I need to answer in my discussion post.
• *When the posts are due. (Course Calendar.)
• *Information from the scenario.
• How to create a Discussion post.
• How to post in the Discussion Forum.
• How to reply to others in the Discussion Forum.

*This information is found in the assignment instructions... Look closely!

Written Assignment: Resource File Item

What do I need to know to complete this assignment?

• *The assignment requirements.
• *When the assignment is due. (Course Calendar.)
• *The list of professional organizations for early childhood educators.
• *Proper formatting. 
• *What to name the assignment file.
• How to use the drop box.

*This information is found in the assignment instructions... Look closely!