Background
Callen is a 4-year-old boy who enjoys painting in the art area. He often shows his teacher his paintings with great pride. When Kelly and Jesse come into the area to paint, Callen always starts crying, grabs his painting, wet and all, and quickly goes and sits underneath the table. Callen’s educators are not able to get him out from under the table. The harder they try, the harder he cries. They have learned, however, that they need to give him time to calm down on his own. When he is ready, he gets out from under the table.
Rosie, who is five years old, is really excited about going on the upcoming field trip to the Tulip Festival with her friends at the home childcare she attends. Tulips are her very favorite flower, and she especially loves yellow ones. She has been waiting for this for a few weeks.
At lunch time, Linda, the childcare owner, shares with the children that the van they need for the outing is not working, and unfortunately, they will not be able to go to the Tulip Festival on the day they had planned. The van they were going to take needs to go to the shop and will not be fixed in time. Rosie told Linda, “That’s ok. We can go when the van gets fixed. It will still be fun, and we will get to see the yellow tulips. It will just be after the time that we were going to see them.” Linda appreciates Rosie’s attitude.
Rafi is three years old. When he arrives at school, he puts his coat away and goes over to the block area. He will not play or talk to anyone, and if they say something to him, he does not respond. After about 10 minutes, he will grab a couple of blocks and put them on the floor in front of him, analyzing them to see if they will stack, one on top of the other. Then, he grabs a couple more blocks and is suddenly laughing and playing with the other children who have been playing in the block area. Rafi’s educators understand Rafi, so they give him some space.
Directions
Create a Word document with three sections labeled Callen, Rosie, and Rafi. Create a chart or use bullets to organize your reflection and include the following reflection items. A template is available below, or you may create your own version.
Temperament
Details from Scenario
Expected Behaviors
Strategies
Other thoughts and observations
References
Category: Early childhood education
Design a one-week curriculum that incorporates inquiry-based approaches to human culture. Base your curriculum on themes from human culture such as history, philosophy, geography or religion. Use theoretical concepts from different perspectives discussed in the class and critically reflect on the relationship between theories and pedagogy.
Criteria
• A design of one-week curriculum that incorporates inquiry-based approaches to human culture.
• Clear basis of curriculum on themes from human culture such as history, philosophy, geography or religion.
• Critical reflection of the relationship between theories and pedagogy.
being able to differentiate instruction for students at various developmental levels, according to their strengths, needs, and interests is an important part of being an educator.
Part 1
Using the “Grade 1 English Language Arts Lesson Plan”, complete the lesson plan by developing instructional activities that align with the given objective and differentiate each activity for students of all developmental levels (below grade level, at grade level, and above grade level).
Part 2
Write a 500-750 word rationale and reflection on developing instruction.
Include the following:
Explain how your instructional choices in the lesson plan meet the needs of all students, and reflect on students’ levels of readiness for learning, based on the pre-assessment data.
Describe the purpose and benefits of having specialized experts (e.g., special education teachers, instructional coaches) collaborate with teachers to develop lesson plans specific to the students in their classes.
Explain how you will use this information and experience in your future professional practice.
Cite 3-5 peer-reviewed articles as research that support your choices.
While APA style is not required for the body of this assignment, solid academic writing is expected, and documentation of sources should be presented using APA formatting guidelines, which can be found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.
This assignment uses a rubric. Review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.
You are required to submit this assignment to LopesWrite. A link to the LopesWrite technical support articles is located in Class Resources if you need assistance.
This benchmark assignment assesses the following programmatic competencies and professional standards:
BS in Early Childhood Education
3.6 Collaborate with other professionals, including those with specialized expertise, to evaluate the outcomes of teaching and learning and to adapt planning and practice. [NAEYC 4a; InTASC 7(e), 7(o), 9(c); MC2]
Please read thoroughly. I need an analysis about the struggles of dealing with both hostility of parents and overly involved parents in Early Childhood education. This is a first person perspective on chapter 15 (I have included the pages you need). Please have only 2 quotes per the only 2 body paragraphs. Follow the outline I sent you the best you can. I sent a paper of a reading analysis I did in the past as an example. Do not include a title page or page numbers or citations. I will give you a review and tip based on your effort and care. Please no plagiarism or AI as my professor will search for that on TurnItIn. If you are unable to finish this paper please let me know in advance so I can find help elsewhere. Thank you!
Type a report , with the following labelled sections. If I don’t see the heading I will assume the section is missing and you will receive zero points for that section:
Existing (insert title here) Spaces: In 1-2 pages , discuss in detail what you learned in your research about what currently exists in your zip code. Cite your research sources throughout your paper. For example, to find out about child care availability in your zipcode you can check with your local Resource and Referral agency, like Child Action Links to an external site. in Sacramento. You will also need to cite any action research sources like child interviewees or your own direct experiences. Your readers should get a clear picture of what your neighborhood is like regarding your chosen topic. (10 points)
My Child-Friendly Proposal: In 1-2 pages, discuss in detail how you would change or add to these existing spaces in your zip code, with clear examples of how each of your proposed changes would improve children’s health and well-being. Refer specifically to the three areas of development: Physical, Social Emotional, and Cognitive. (10 points)
Community Advocacy: Identify who your City Council or County Supervisor is. In .5-1 page, draft a speech or letter (addressed to your member) that summarizes why creating a Child Friendly City is important for children and all community members. Include suggestions for how to get started (review the background readings for ideas), and include at least one of your suggestions from part B. The comment should be able to be read aloud in under two-minutes. If you live in the city of Sacramento, you can find your city council member here: City Council District.Links to an external site. If you live in the unincorporated area of Sacramento county, you can find your County Supervisor here: County Board of Supervisors Links to an external site.(10 points)
The space that I was assigned was education spaces.
Education Spaces- schools and child care, quality academic programs, safe schools, child care access and availability
I attached a screenshot of the instructions below and these are the links that were provided for help on choosing one of the risk factors for the assignment. I don’t mind which one you choose as long as you follow the instructions please.
https://rcc.instructure.com/ICS/icsfs/mm/early-intervention-diagnosed-conditions-list.docx?target=2cc5a7ef-632b-4a1e-be0c-0878a49c7543
https://rcc.instructure.com/ICS/icsfs/mm/early-intervention-operational-standards-1.docx?target=83d78a35-12f5-4640-84b3-852f1dbfddba
select two of the following case studies:
Case Study #1: The IEP deadline for Gerald is on Monday and his parents are not free to meet until the following Friday. You’ve tried contacting them by phone for two weeks and planned to meet on Monday without them. They have a desire to attend the meeting but had some problems with their phone. They are just now calling you at the end of the day on Friday. What should you do?
Case Study #2: The IEP team at your school decided that Sally would be best suited in a self-contained classroom. After you share your recommendation with the parents, her mother expresses her relief to find that there are solutions to help her daughter. However, Sally’s father becomes irate and yells at the mother for producing an idiot child. He said that no daughter of his will goes to the “dumb class” and then he storms out. What should you do?
Case Study #3: Juan has been referred for special education and you need to administer an achievement test in order for your team to come to a decision regarding his classification. Reading is very difficult for Juan and as you are administering the test you can tell that he is becoming more and more frustrated with his own reading abilities as you continue with the test. Finally, he falls into a heap on the floor and sobs. Juan begs you to please not make him read any more and that he just can’t do it. You haven’t reached any point in the test where you have gained any useful information. What should you do?
Case Study #4: During a team meeting, your principal and school psychologist state that they believe that Beverly has an anxiety disorder. You feel very strongly that Beverly does not have an anxiety disorder, and in fact, have evidence that Beverly actually has ADHD. The team conversation has moved on to deciding on interventions for Beverly but you haven’t yet had a chance to voice your opinion. What should you do?
Analyze this ethical dilemma and attempt to find a resolution for each.Next, write a reflection based on your analysis and solution to each ethical dilemma. Make sure to include what was violated and suggestions and strategies to ensure ethical practice when working with families.
Assessment Description
In early childhood classrooms, inclusion is often the practice. Inclusion of all students in early childhood settings means that teachers are aware of the main components of an inclusive classroom. Understanding how to plan for all students will help the teacher candidate be successful in meeting the needs of their classroom. Creating a developmentally appropriate, accessible classroom is important in inclusive settings.
Part 1
Select a grade level Pre-K to Grade 3. Imagine you are a new teacher who is designing a developmentally appropriate and easily accessible classroom. Based on your own research, select a digital tool or other appropriate strategy to create a classroom layout that includes spaces for developmentally appropriate whole group, small group, and individual activities. Be sure to consider young children’s needs, strengths, and interests as well as activities that will be done during the day and flow of the classroom during these activities.
Include the following in your classroom design:
Furniture or equipment necessary for learning
Learning and free play centers to support learning
Technology resources to assist accommodation needs
Part 2
Along with the classroom plan, answer the following questions in a 500-750 word reflection:
How will you ensure accessibility for all of your students?
How will you maintain appropriate supervision over your entire classroom, even during centers and small group activities?
What challenges do you think you will have in maintaining this inclusive, accessible classroom? How will you meet these challenges?
How would you configure the physical classroom to accommodate students who are visually impaired?
How does your classroom design take into consideration young children’s needs, strengths, and interests?
Support your plan and reflection with 3-5 scholarly resources.
Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.
This assignment uses a rubric. Review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.
You are required to submit this assignment to LopesWrite. A link to the LopesWrite Technical Support Articles is located in Class Resources if you need assistance.
Teacher candidates must understand which early interventions will be appropriate for young children with atypical development. Research shows that early interventions promote better outcomes and allow students with atypical development to catch up to their peers at a faster rate than later interventions.
With your mentor teacher, review the assessment data from students in your field experience classroom. Select 2-3 skills the students need to work on based on the information provided by the assessments.
In a 12-15 slide digital presentation for families, describe intervention strategies to help students work on the selected skills that can be implemented at home.
Include the following in your presentation:
The importance of early intervention for healthy development.
The importance of early intervention occurring across early childhood settings (e.g., school and home).
Examples of 3-5 early interventions that can be used across different early childhood settings, and how they assist the child’s development.
Descriptions of two additional professionals (besides the early childhood teacher) who can assist families with developmental interventions, and how families can access these professionals.
How technology might be used to enhance any intervention strategies.
Include a title slide, reference slide, and speaker’s notes in your digital presentation.
Support your presentation with 3-5 scholarly resources.
While APA style is not required for the body of this assignment, solid academic writing is expected, and documentation of sources should be presented using APA formatting guidelines, which can be found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.
This assignment uses a rubric. Review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.
You are required to submit this assignment to LopesWrite. A link to the LopesWrite Technical Support Articles is located in Class Resources if you need assistance.
These are the links needed to answer the questions! Thank you!!
Questions 1,2,3,4,5 (sub-competency 1):
https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/impact.html
https://www.eeoc.gov/poster
https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/
https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/fact-sheets/28-fmla
https://webapps.dol.gov/elaws/elg/
https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/compliance-assistance/handy-reference-guide-flsa
https://www.ncsl.org/labor-and-employment/state-minimum-wages
https://www.osha.gov/sites/default/files/publications/osha3000.pdf
Question 6 (sub-competency 2):
https://cwig-prod-prod-drupal-s3fs-us-east-1.s3.amazonaws.com/public/documents/manda.pdf
https://apps.rainn.org/policy/
Questions 7 and 8 (sub-competency 3):
https://www.naeyc.org/sites/default/files/globally-shared/downloads/PDFs/resources/position-statements/Ethics%20Position%20Statement2011_09202013update.pdf
https://www.naeyc.org/sites/default/files/globally-shared/downloads/PDFs/resources/position-statements/Supplement%20PS2011.pdf