(UDAP) Understanding Developmentally
Appropriate Practices Test Questions and
Answers Solved
What affect does quality early care on children? - academic benefits lasting into high school
What age group is considered early childhood? - birth to 8 years old
Age appropriateness - considering what is typical for a child within a given age group
Individual appropriateness - considering the needs of each child as a unique individual
Social/Cultural appropriateness - considering the social and cultural contexts in which children
grow and live
Intentionality - having clearly defined goals for children and thoughtfully prepared
environments, experiences and activities to meet those goals
Three critical challenges impacting early childhood practices are: - -Addressing differences in
school success and achievement
-Integrating and aligning preschool and elementary school programming
-Improving teacher preparation, professional development and ongoing support
Structural Indicators Examples - Licensure
Lower ratios
Smaller group size
Caregiver qualifications
Professional development for staff
Health and safety regulations
Inclusive environment
Structural indicators - are things that are "regulable," meaning they can be monitored and are
important for providing consistent care.
Process Indicators Examples - 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
, Process indicators - are what programs "do" to help promote development through specific
activities and intentional practices.
Quality experiences early in life lead to better outcomes for children. These experiences lead to: -
Lower delinquency rates
Increased graduation rates
Adults who earn higher salaries
Increased home ownership
Better cognitive and language skills
Adults who spend less time participating in social programs or on welfare
Quality Preschool - Developmentally appropriate curriculum
Developmentally appropriate assessment procedures
Continuous staff training
Administrative support
Low teacher/student ratio
Systematic effort to involve parents
Quality Early Care + Quality Education = - Quality Outcomes for Children
High Quality Child Care - A safe, nurturing environment where children learn and grow, staff
are properly trained and supported. Parents have access to the program at all times. Program is
well organized to promote optimal skill development.
Motivational theories - focus on the belief that humans are controlled by many factors. They
place more emphasis on personal motivation and desires. Based on these theories, you might
consider what motivates children to act the way they do.
Social development theories - focus on emotional and personality development. Each stage of
development lays foundational patterns that influence a person's ability to resolve conflict
throughout life.
Intellectual/Cognitive development theories - focus on children developing an intellectual
understanding of their world. Children interact with materials and people in the environment to
construct knowledge.
Maslow's Needs - Self-Actualization (People cannot become everything they are capable of
becoming until all needs are met.)
Self-Esteem
Belongingness and Love (Social)
Safety and Security (Comfort)
Physical (Basic)
Abraham Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs - This theory suggests children move through stages as
certain needs are met.
Appropriate Practices Test Questions and
Answers Solved
What affect does quality early care on children? - academic benefits lasting into high school
What age group is considered early childhood? - birth to 8 years old
Age appropriateness - considering what is typical for a child within a given age group
Individual appropriateness - considering the needs of each child as a unique individual
Social/Cultural appropriateness - considering the social and cultural contexts in which children
grow and live
Intentionality - having clearly defined goals for children and thoughtfully prepared
environments, experiences and activities to meet those goals
Three critical challenges impacting early childhood practices are: - -Addressing differences in
school success and achievement
-Integrating and aligning preschool and elementary school programming
-Improving teacher preparation, professional development and ongoing support
Structural Indicators Examples - Licensure
Lower ratios
Smaller group size
Caregiver qualifications
Professional development for staff
Health and safety regulations
Inclusive environment
Structural indicators - are things that are "regulable," meaning they can be monitored and are
important for providing consistent care.
Process Indicators Examples - 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
, Process indicators - are what programs "do" to help promote development through specific
activities and intentional practices.
Quality experiences early in life lead to better outcomes for children. These experiences lead to: -
Lower delinquency rates
Increased graduation rates
Adults who earn higher salaries
Increased home ownership
Better cognitive and language skills
Adults who spend less time participating in social programs or on welfare
Quality Preschool - Developmentally appropriate curriculum
Developmentally appropriate assessment procedures
Continuous staff training
Administrative support
Low teacher/student ratio
Systematic effort to involve parents
Quality Early Care + Quality Education = - Quality Outcomes for Children
High Quality Child Care - A safe, nurturing environment where children learn and grow, staff
are properly trained and supported. Parents have access to the program at all times. Program is
well organized to promote optimal skill development.
Motivational theories - focus on the belief that humans are controlled by many factors. They
place more emphasis on personal motivation and desires. Based on these theories, you might
consider what motivates children to act the way they do.
Social development theories - focus on emotional and personality development. Each stage of
development lays foundational patterns that influence a person's ability to resolve conflict
throughout life.
Intellectual/Cognitive development theories - focus on children developing an intellectual
understanding of their world. Children interact with materials and people in the environment to
construct knowledge.
Maslow's Needs - Self-Actualization (People cannot become everything they are capable of
becoming until all needs are met.)
Self-Esteem
Belongingness and Love (Social)
Safety and Security (Comfort)
Physical (Basic)
Abraham Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs - This theory suggests children move through stages as
certain needs are met.
