Questions & Answers
NAEYC - ANSWERSNational Association Education Young Children
Teaching as an Art and Science - ANSWERSTeaching that has proven to be successful based on
scientific evidence (effective teaching) & engages children (pedagogy)
CLASS - ANSWERSClassroom Assessment Scoring System
Effective Teaching Strategies - ANSWERSAcknowledging; Giving Quality Feedback; Modeling;
Demonstrating; Giving Hints; Creating and Adding Challenges; Questioning; Co-Constructing;
Giving Direct Instruction; Scaffolding
Whole Group Learning - ANSWERSUsed for planning of the day, music and movement, class
discussions. The younger the child, the less whole group.
Small Group Learning - ANSWERS4-6 children; more focused attention and individualized
instruction; back and forth exchanges
Teaching in Learning Centers - ANSWERS45 to 90 minutes; children can plan, initiate, and make
choices;
Teachers Role in Play - ANSWERSOnlooker (audience), Stage Manager (set the stage and provide
props), Co-Player (active role-subordinate), Play Leader (extends play)