What affect does quality early care on children? - ANSWER "...children who have high-
quality care see academic benefits lasting into high school."
DAP - ANSWER Developmentally Appropriate Practice focuses on children birth to eight
years old and is made up of three principle components: age appropriateness, individual ap-
propriateness, and social/cultural appropriateness.
Age appropriateness - ANSWER considering what is typical for a child within a given age
group.
Individual appropriateness - ANSWER considering the needs of each child as a unique in-
dividual.
Social/Cultural appropriateness - ANSWER considering the social and cultural contexts in
which children grow and live.
Intentionality - ANSWER Studies show, highly effective teachers have clearly defined
goals for children and they thoughtfully prepare environments, experiences and activities to
meet those goals.
Three critical challenges impacting early childhood practices are: - ANSWER -Addressing
differences in school success and achievement
-Integrating and aligning preschool and elementary school programming
-Improving teacher preparation, professional development and ongoing support
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, Structural indicators - ANSWER are things that are "regulable," meaning they can be
monitored and are important for providing consistent care.
EX: Licensure
Lower ratios
Smaller group size
Caregiver qualifications
Professional development for staff
Health and safety regulations
Inclusive environment
Process indicators - ANSWER are what programs "do" to help promote development
through specific activities and intentional practices. Process indicators are observable inter-
actions.
EX: Curriculum and established routines
Language and reasoning activities
Sensitive, responsive interactions
Collaboration and provisions for parents and families
Parent, teacher, and child interactions
Child-sized furnishings
Well defined and equipped space that meets the needs of all children
Studies suggest quality experiences early in life lead to better outcomes for children. These
experiences lead to: - ANSWER Lower delinquency rates
Increased graduation rates
Adults who earn higher salaries
Increased home ownership
Better cognitive and language skills
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quality care see academic benefits lasting into high school."
DAP - ANSWER Developmentally Appropriate Practice focuses on children birth to eight
years old and is made up of three principle components: age appropriateness, individual ap-
propriateness, and social/cultural appropriateness.
Age appropriateness - ANSWER considering what is typical for a child within a given age
group.
Individual appropriateness - ANSWER considering the needs of each child as a unique in-
dividual.
Social/Cultural appropriateness - ANSWER considering the social and cultural contexts in
which children grow and live.
Intentionality - ANSWER Studies show, highly effective teachers have clearly defined
goals for children and they thoughtfully prepare environments, experiences and activities to
meet those goals.
Three critical challenges impacting early childhood practices are: - ANSWER -Addressing
differences in school success and achievement
-Integrating and aligning preschool and elementary school programming
-Improving teacher preparation, professional development and ongoing support
1
, Structural indicators - ANSWER are things that are "regulable," meaning they can be
monitored and are important for providing consistent care.
EX: Licensure
Lower ratios
Smaller group size
Caregiver qualifications
Professional development for staff
Health and safety regulations
Inclusive environment
Process indicators - ANSWER are what programs "do" to help promote development
through specific activities and intentional practices. Process indicators are observable inter-
actions.
EX: Curriculum and established routines
Language and reasoning activities
Sensitive, responsive interactions
Collaboration and provisions for parents and families
Parent, teacher, and child interactions
Child-sized furnishings
Well defined and equipped space that meets the needs of all children
Studies suggest quality experiences early in life lead to better outcomes for children. These
experiences lead to: - ANSWER Lower delinquency rates
Increased graduation rates
Adults who earn higher salaries
Increased home ownership
Better cognitive and language skills
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