Category: Childhood education

Now that the educators in the program have been trained in observation and assessment practices, the families will need to be informed as well. In this assignment, you will be writing a letter/email communication to families describing observation and assessment and how the program will ensure ethical practices. Instructions Write a letter/email communication that contains: A welcome (1 paragraph) that Includes an appropriate opening salutation. Introduces the topic of observation and assessment being used in your program. Why it is being used and how the family will be included. Overview of observation and assessment practice in the program (1-2 paragraphs): Why observation/assessment is needed (more in-depth than introduction) Who will be observing/assessing? What will be observed/assessed? How their child/children will be observed/assessed? Where will these observations/assessments take place? When can they expect observations/assessment results? Description of how observation and assessment practices in their program will be ethically sound (2 paragraphs) that explains: How observation/assessment practices will be aligned to the NAEYC Code. How observation and assessment practices are directly aligned to the PILES Domains Milestones and State Early Learning Standards. Conclusion (1 paragraph) that Summarizes the information in about 3-5 sentences. Ends with an appropriate closing salutation and your name. Meets the following general requirements: Follows proper conventions of spelling, grammar, and writing. Attach one article from a credible source to help families understand observation and assessment. Provides APA in-text citations from credible sources in letter. Provide references for articles and at least 1 additional credible source in APA format. Resources APA Guide Credible and Reliable Source FAQ Observation & Assessment in School of Education Guide Using the Online Library FAQ Recommended Databases Education Research Complete Education via ProQuest

1. How will using your Google Classroom improve the implementation of technology based assignments in your classroom and foster learner independence?
2. Describe an instance where you were a learner, observer, or instructor in a K-16 setting where the instructor could have improved instruction using LMS

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I have sent screenshots of the feedback I got from my dissertation chair. You are going to read the feedback and make the changes based on their feedback. I have already fixed the “Research Questions” and the “Aim, Purpose and Objectives” mentioned for chapter 1. If you want you can double check to make sure its ok. Everything else you can fix as directed by the screenshots.

Instructions Directions: Be sure to make an electronic copy of your answer before submitting it to Ashworth College for grading. Unless otherwise stated, answer in complete sentences, and be sure to use correct English, spelling, and grammar. Sources must be cited in APA format. Your response should be four (4) pages in length; refer to the “Assignment Format” page for specific format requirements. This assignment is comprised of two different parts that will show your learning of various course objectives from lessons 1, 2, 3, and 4. Part 1: Refer to Chapter 10 to guide and support your thinking. Describe the common causes, possible complications, and management of each of the following. The common cold Diarrhea Ear infections Pertussis Pinworms Part 2: Refer to Chapters 9 & 11 to guide and support your thinking. Explain why health screenings in schools are a public health strategy. Which screenings do you think are most important?

Social-Emotional Development Lesson Plan In this assignment, you will design the first of four professional lesson plans, focusing on the Social-Emotional Domain. Your objective is to construct an evidence-based learning experience for infants or toddlers (birth to 36 months) that facilitates co-regulation, emotional literacy, or prosocial communication. At the 200-level, your plan must go beyond “entertainment” and demonstrate a deep understanding of Developmentally Appropriate Practice (DAP) and the caregiver’s role in scaffolding affective development. Part I: Lesson Plan Requirements You must use the Manor College Lesson Plan Format. Every section of the template must be completed with professional-level detail, specifically addressing: Developmental Rationale: Why is this activity appropriate for your chosen age group? Reference specific social-emotional milestones (e.g., social referencing, self-soothing, or emerging empathy). Learning Objectives: State what the child will “know or be able to do” using observable, measurable verbs (e.g., “The toddler will use a ‘feeling card’ to identify a primary emotion with caregiver assistance”). The Caregivers Role: Detail the specific language, “serve and return” interactions, and co-regulation strategies you will use to support the child during the activity. Adaptations & Individualization: Explain how you would modify this plan for a child with a different temperament or a specific developmental delay. Part II: Collaborative Design & AI Integration For this assignment, Generative AI (e.g., Google Gemini, ChatGPT) is permitted as a pedagogical thought partner. However, a 200-level professional does not “copy and paste”; they critique and refine. If you utilize AI to brainstorm or draft your plan, you must submit an AI Disclosure Appendix containing: The Prompt Log: A transcript of the prompts you entered. The Critique: A brief paragraph (35 sentences) explaining how you modified the AI’s output to ensure it was safe, developmentally appropriate, and evidence-based. Fact-Checking: Documentation of how you verified AI suggestions against trusted sources (e.g., your textbook or the NAEYC website). Submission Checklist Completed Lesson Plan: Using the official Manor College format. Citations: APA 7th edition formatting for any books, articles, or websites used (including AI citations). AI Appendix: Only required if AI was used during the design process. Presentation Readiness: Be prepared to lead a 5-minute professional “walk-through” of your plan during our next lab session. Academic Integrity Statement AI Use Permitted with Disclosure. While AI is a tool, the final submission must reflect your professional judgment. Unattributed AI content or failure to provide the “Prompt Log” will be considered a violation of academic integrity. Permitted: Using AI to brainstorm activity ideas or structure a learning objective. Prohibited: Submitting an AI-generated plan without personal modification, professional critique, or proper disclosure.

Examine the 13 Indicators of Quality Child Care that research demonstrated are important for the health and safety of young children in a child care environment. Visit the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Planning and Evaluation (ASPE) at . Search “13 quality indicators” and view the relevant articles.

Part 1 – Submit a numbered list with a 2-3 sentence explanation/description for each quality indicator. Notice one indicator counts as two.

Part 2 – How do these compare with early childhood education situations with which you are familiar or where you may be working now?

The material this module is focused on language development, executive function, aesthetics and activity planning.

The module outcomes for this unit are:

• Analyze the role of aesthetics, language, and executive function in fostering creativity in early childhood classrooms.
• Connected to course outcome: Select and plan developmentally appropriate music, literature and creative art activities for young children.

Resources needed:

To complete this assignment, please make sure you read the content provided in Unit 4 and have watched all videos provided.

Assignment Tasks & Points:

You have 2 parts to complete. Each part is worth 15 pts

Use your own words and thoughts on this assignment. The information you provide should not match any source (other than the guidelines in the activity plan). . Label the questions sets Part 1 and Part 2. Please double space your answers and use 12 font.

Part 1: Create an Activity Plan

After reading the course text and watching the video on activity planning, create an activity plan. Provide the following information in your activity plan:

• Age of children
• Materials (what will you need to complete the activity with the children)
• Focus Skills (connect to specific skill in Infant & Toddler Guideline, PreK Guidelines, TEKS- links in ) (Copy information for this directly from the guideline)
• Center Location/Focus (for example in math center or at circle time rug)
• Procedure (Step by step directions on what you will do when implementing the activity. Write this so someone else could follow your directions. Include sample questions you may ask the children.)

Part 2: Emergent Literacy Connection/Reflection

Based on the Youtube video below answer the following questions:

Video:

Questions to answer:

*Do you have to “understand” every word to understand what is being said? Explain your answer.

*Who were the characters in the story?

*Where is the story taking place?

*What happened in the story?

*Reflection- Were you surprised that you could or could not answer the questions? How can this help you when reading and communication with/to children?

Rubric

Some Rubric

Some Rubric

CriteriaRatingsPtsThis criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome

Question Set 1

Completed each part of Activity Plan- 5 parts each 3 pts

15 to >14.0 pts

Full Marks

14 to >0.0 pts

Partial Credit

For each question not answered – 3pts For each question partial complete minus 1-2.5 pts depending on information missing

0 pts

No Marks

Missing answer that connects to information for question set

15 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome

Question Set 1

Answered each question- 5 Question 1 & 5 each worth 4.5 pts, Questions 2,3,4 worth 2 pts each

15 to >14.0 pts

Full Marks

14 to >0.0 pts

Partial Credit

For each question not answered minus full point value For each question partial complete minus .5- full points depending on question point value and information missing

0 pts

No Marks

Missing answer that connects to information for question set

15 pts

Chapter 1 is all about how you introduce your topic and the background (stats and important things you want your audience to know. This will be where you explain and define important terms for your study).

Get as creative as you want for this introduction but still remain formal in your writing. Literature Vignettes are welcomed!

Your chapter should be roughly 3 pages min.

Overview

In this module, you continued to review concepts of advocacy regarding families and family engagement and the importance of ensuring diversity, equity, and inclusive practices are supported in your work. Thinking through and planning for family involvement is critical to ensuring you are engaging families and supporting each familys diverse characteristics.

Instructions:

Create an outline for each of the Family Engagement Principles.

• Describe at least one action you will take to support families.
• Describe how you will advocate for family involvement.
• Describe how you will get families engaged.

As you create your family engagement outline, consider the following questions and prompts:

1. How will you invite and engage families to participate in making decisions and goal setting for their children?
2. Provide at least one example of how families will be involved in the decision-making and goal-setting process
3. Address how often this will occur.
4. How might a familys culture or language influence their goals for their child?
5. What might you need to know about a family to better support their goals?
6. How will you engage families in two-way communication?
7. Provide at least one example of a communication piece you will implement that is a two-way correspondence.
8. How will you and your program engage families in ways that are reciprocal?
9. Provide at least one example of an activity that would support relationships.
10. How will you and your program support learning at home and in the community?
11. Describe at least one way you will provide learning activities at home.
12. Describe one way you can support learning in the community.
13. How will you involve families in program-level decisions and wider advocacy efforts?
14. Describe at least one idea you have to engage families in your program decisions and/or advocacy.
15. How might your program implement a comprehensive program-level system of family engagement?
16. What kinds of family engagement policies and practices ensure that teachers, administrators, and other staff receive the supports they need to fully engage families?

Submission Requirement:

• Submit a Microsoft Word document with a 2 page outline.

Research the Montessori Curriculum Approach. Be sure to include in your discussion the age range served by the approach, the curriculum categories, and the multiage grouping prescribed by Maria Montessori. No more than two (2) pages. The High Scope Approach Research the High Scope Curriculum Approach. Be sure to include in your discussion the age range served by the approach, the Plan, Do & Review model, curriculum content, Key Development Indicators (KDI), and the Child Observation Record (COR). Also, include how the Georgia Early Learning and Developmental Standards (GELDS) relate. No more than two (2) pages. Submission Format The following are examples of formats for submission approximately four pages typed in the correct APA format including intext citations, a title and reference page. double-spaced 12 pt Times New Roman Font 1″ margins Sources should be accurately cited in APA.