ECE 104 Final Flashcards
(30 cards)
Describe 2 areas of development with 3 characteristic each where you will see delays or missing skills
Social - Uninterested in other people, lack of eye contact, does not respond to name, Lack of pretend play
Bahavioral - Obsessions with routines/interests, Unusual toy play, Repetitive body movements, over/under sensitive to sensory stimuli
Why is Autism called a spectrum disorder?
Because people with Autism can have a wide range or intensity of characteristics
What is the girls to boys diagnosed ratio?
4x as many boys as girls
What are two possible barriers to diagnosis for autism?
Abnormalities are subtle. Lack of appropriate referrals from pediatricians. Family’s lack of knowledge/access to services
What are two benefits of early intervention?
Access to more services, potentially mitigate some symptoms, help developing social/language skills
Characteristics of Autism that could be accomodated
Inclusion program - no language, lack of social skills, repetitive behaviors, over/under stimulus
Qualifications I have for the Teacher Permit
AS in ECE degree, 15 units of ECE with 10 additional units of supervised field experience
Do I need any more courses?
No
Can I teach infants/toddlers?
No
Resume (describe these parts)
Contact information
Educational Background
Work Experience
What level of permit will I be prepared for next?
Master Teacher or Site Supervisor since I have a BS
Professional development activities
Conferences/talks/expos
What is the “light house”?
Innate characteristics influencing gender that can’t be changed
4 differences between preschool boys and girls
Girls - greet newcomers more warmly, quieter and less active playground games, more cooperative, primarily interested in people and relationships, Fewer speech problems, more sensitive to social and personal context
Developmentally appropriate activity that would appeal to girls
Dramatic play kitchen
Developmentally appropriate activity that would appeal to boys
Soccer
Most interesting idea from Gurian’s work
Out lyres are the children that cross over
What is the name of the agency that has authority over licensing?
Department of Social Services
What is the maximum number of children you can have in a family child care home with two caregivers?
12 children, no more than 4 infants
Do Family Child care home workers need permits?
No
3 differences between Family Child Care regulations and Center Regulations
FCCH
- Primary residence
- No special permits required
Centers
- Commercial property
- Special permits are required
- Space and qualification requirements
3 Advantages for children in Center based care
Teachers with specialized education
More materials to use
More children to interact with/more social interactions
3 Advantages for children in Family Child Care
Homelike environment
More one-on-one care
Fewer children/personalities
Typically mixed age groups
2 advantages for caregivers in Center based care
Salaried position
Support of staff and directors
Do not have to fund all needs personally
