which three of the following interdependent characteristics of early education aimed at fostering development are described a. adult-guided learning opportunities b. minimal adult authority and control over children c. opportunities for cooperation and conflict d. methods that appeal to the child’s spontaneous mental activity

Discuss the following developmental theories, and how they can be applied to early childhood learning: Three (3) stages of Erik Erikson’s psychosocial development most applicable to early childhood carePiaget’s theory of cognitive developmentBandura’s theory of social learning

By providing time for free play, a preschool teacher is helping children develop a sense of: a. trust. b. identity. c. intimacy. d. autonomy.

Which of the following statements describes a benefit of developing approaches to learning in early childhood?Deepening specific domain knowledgeLearning ways to respond to new situationsPushing through challenges or finding alternate solutionsSubmitting to authority during decision making

Which of the following would help to create developmentally appropriate classrooms? Create a caring community of learners. Enhance development and learning. Provide a balance of teacher-directed and child initiated activities and plan experiences that meet individual needs, interests, and learning goals. Plan activities that achieve important goals and reflect developmental milestones (language, fine and gross motor skills, social-emotional development). Use authentic methods to assess children’s development and learning. Establishing reciprocal relationships with families. All of the above

Which of the following strategies supports approaches to learning development in preschoolers? Asking plenty of questions to challenge children’s thinking and encourage different ways of solving a problem Fueling competitiveness to prepare children for upper grades Repeating the activities that children find pleasurable Teaching children responsibility by giving them homework to complete each night