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100% Midterm Flashcards

1
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There is a _________ of professional practice that moves in a circle

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Cycle

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________ is how you approach your professional practice

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Pedagogy

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One of the 4 foundations of learning that starts with a B.

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Belonging

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A curriculum __________ is an organized plan about early childhood education.

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Framework

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__________ serve as conceptual frameworks for curriculum decisions

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Models

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The ________ Start program came out in 2003.

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Head

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The image of the ______ is very important in curriculum frameworks.

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Child

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Your personal ________ is important in your work as an ECE.

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Philosophy

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Key attributes of becoming an ELP are: Wonder, Think, Explore and ________ .

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Reflect

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There is no magic __________ that will tell you everything you need to know.

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Formula

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What document has this view of the child?

Views 4 and 5 year olds as capable and competent learners, full of potential and ready to take ownership of their learning. Sees them as unique individuals who live and learn in families and communities. The program supports the creating of a learning environment that allows all children to feel comfortable in applying their unique ways of thinking and learning, is built around expectations that are challenging but attainable, is flexible enough to respond to individual differences, and provides every child with the kind of support they need to develop.

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The Kindergarten Program

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What document has this view of the child?
Views the child as competent, capable of complex thinking, curious, and rich in potential. Children are also seen as able communicators, collaboarators and meaning-makers who are forming relationships everyday with people and materials, who are capable of empathy, whimsy, sensitivity and joy.

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Think, Feel, Act

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What document has this view of the child?

Children are competent, capable of complex thinking, curious, and rich in potential. They grow up in families with diverse social, cultural, and linguistic perspectives. Every child should feel that he or she belongs, is a valuable contributor to his or her surroundings, and deserves the opportunity to succeed. When we recognize children as capable and curious, we are more likely to deliver programs and services that value and build on their strengths and abilities.

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How Does Learning Happen?

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Which theorist developed the ecological theory of child development?

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Urie Bronfenbrenner

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True or False?

Knowingly or unknowingly, we construct and reconstruct a personal philosophy or theory of what it means to be an early learning professional.

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True

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What is a third space?

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A metaphor for a space that respects differences through environmental design and programming

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True or False? Certain cultural identities or communities should not be ignored just because they do not conform to the dominant cultural groups.

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True

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18
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The three key players identified in Chapter 2 are…

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Children, families, and early learning professionals

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True or False?

Constructivism is an educational paradigm that explains the nature of knowledge and how we learn

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True

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True or False?

Curriculum frameworks are the same all over Canada. We all follow the same guidelines.

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False

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True or False?

Dewey and Moss spoke about an ecological approach to children and their community.

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False

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True or False?

Bronfenbrenner talks about children as small people who are good.

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False

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True or False?

The microsystem refers to where children live.

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True

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24
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True or False?

An emergent curriculum and curriculum are the same thing.

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False

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25
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True or False?

It is your responsibility to develop the dispositions required for your profession and to adhere to its ethical code.

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True

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True or False?

Cultural identities or communities should be ignored just because they do not conform to the dominant cultural group

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False

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True or False?

Post modernist thought promote the idea there there is one truth.

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False

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28
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True or False?

Early learning professionals should develop a theoretical language.

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True

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29
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True or False?

Think, Feel, Act is an Ontario document that guides our work in the early learning and childcare sector.

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True

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True or False?

In order for the occupation to be deemed a professional, a general set of criteria must be met.

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True

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31
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True or False?

Professional practice is cyclical.

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True

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32
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True or False?

Being professional in the ECE sector is not important.

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False

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33
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True or False?

Learning and reflecting in the field is not a journey.

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False

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34
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True or False?

Learning about other curriculum frameworks is important for ECEs.

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True

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True or False?

The HDLH document is only valid in Ontario and Quebec.

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False

36
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True or False?

Curriculum frameworks come from years of research and other approaches to child development.

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True

37
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True or False?

Knowingly or unknowingly, we construct and reconstruct a personal philosophy or theory of what it means to be an early learning professional.

A

True

38
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True or False?

One of the key attributes to becoming an effective early learning professional is being able to wonder, think, explore, and reflect.

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True

39
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Define curriculum framework.

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An organized plan that provides the components to shape and guide the design and development of early learning programs

40
Q

True or False?

One of the major advantages of curriculum frameworks is that they support and guide early learning professionals by making specialized professional knowledge accessible. This will solidify the professional image of those who devote their careers to children during the early years.

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True

41
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True or False?

Models serve as conceptual frameworks for curriculum decisions.

A

True

42
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What theorists spoke during the Modern tradition?

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Dewey and Bandura

43
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What theorist spoke during the Classical tradition?

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Rousseau

44
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What theorist spoke during the post-modern tradition?

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Howard Gardener

45
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What are the documents that guide our work in Ontario?

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Think, Feel, Act
How Does Learning Happen
The Kindergarten Program

46
Q

True or false?

A critical friend is a conflicted individual whom you cannot trust and who will ask you provocative questions and critique your work.

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False

47
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Critical reflection is a core attribute of continuous learning.

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True

48
Q

How do children learn?

A

Through play, experience, and problem-solving

49
Q

True or False?

Early learning professionals do not need to take into consideration their beliefs, and values regarding family structures and diversity.

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False

50
Q

True or False?

Colleagues show appreciation of each other and offer help and support so that everyone can reach their potential to learn and teach.

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True

51
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Culture can be defined as…

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Values, traditions, and beliefs

52
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How many principles to guide practice in early learning settings in ELECT?

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6

53
Q

True or False?

The chronosystem refers to the setting where children live, including home, the early learning environment or school and the neighbourhood.

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False

54
Q

True or False?

Only parents and early childhood educators are responsible for shaping the children and their childhood.

A

True

55
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What is the macrosystem?

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Direct interactions, experiences, and influences within a child’s immediate environment

56
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Select all that apply:

As a citizen, …
A. you are part of a community
B. you have rights
C. you have a voice
D. you have opportunities to be heard

A

All of the above.

57
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Choose one incorrect theory:

A. Erik Erikson’s psychodynamic theory
B. Jean Piaget’s cognitive constructive theory
C. John Dewey’s theory of readiness

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C. John Dewey’s theory of readiness

58
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True or False?

Ontario’s Early Years Policy Framework was released in 2010.

A

False - it was relesaed in 2013

59
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Who devised the theory of multiple intelligence

a) John Dewey
b) Jean Piaget
c) Howard Gardner
d) Maria Montessori

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c) Howard Gardner

60
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True or False?

Flexibility of thought is a professional habit of mind.

A

True

61
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Which of the following is not an example of theoretical language

a) critical thinking
b) professional knowledge
c) intellectual curiosity
d) professional self

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c) intellectual curiosity

62
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Which of the following is the right pattern of ecological theory ?

a) microsystem, macrosystem, exosystem, mesosystem, the individual

b) the individual, microsystem, mesosystem, exosystem, macrosystem

c) macrosystem, microsystem, the individual, exosystem, mesosystem

d) the individual, microsystem, mesosystem, macrosystem, exosystem

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d) the individual, microsystem, mesosystem, macrosystem, exosystem

63
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True or False?

In the classical tradition, punishment was not acceptable.

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False

64
Q

True or False?

Theories regarding classical tradition in early learning were common after World War I.

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False

65
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Which of these does not relate to Postmodern traditions?

A. Henry Gardner’s theory of Multiple Intelligences
B. Early Learning programs include cultural attributes such as music & art
C. Punishment is acceptable within Early Learning Programs

A

C

66
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Which theorist developed the ecological theory of child development?

A. Erik Erikson
B. John Dewey
C. Urie Bronfenbrenner
D. Lev Vygotsky

A

Urie Bronfenbrenner

67
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True or False?

The child has the right to high-quality care and education, to ensure of this right, families are included and encouraged to be part of the learning experience

A

True

68
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Which of the following are guiding documents for child care in Ontario? Select all that apply.

A. Think, Feel, Act
B. Calm, Alert, and Learning
C. The Kindergarten Program
D. How Does Learning Happen?

A

A, C, D

69
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True or False?

The policy framework Think, Feel, Act views children as capable and competent learners, full of potential and ready to take ownership of their learning. It supports the creation of a learning environment that allows all children to feel comfortable in applying their unique ways of thinking and learning, is built around expectations that are challenging but attainable, is flexible enough to respond to individual differences, and provides every child with the kind of support they need to develop.

A

False

70
Q

Which of the following are some of the requirements for an occupation to be deemed a profession?

A. Autonomy, recognition of the profession, serving a social value, specialized body of knowledge
B. Paid holidays, optional professional training, benefits
C. Professional appearance (no piercings/tattoos/coloured hair), 2-hour lunch break

A

A

71
Q

True or False?

Family engagement and family involvement don’t differ from each other.

A

False

72
Q

What are the terms that ECEs universally know? (theoretical language) Select all that apply.

A. Professional responsibilities
B. Constructivism
C. Professional Self
D. Professional portfolio

A

D

73
Q

True or False?

The ECE field is dominated by females.

A

True

74
Q

True or False?

The College of ECEs was created in 2007.

A

True

75
Q

True or False?

Learning about the roots of ECE is crucial for educators to be intentional in creating or planning activities for children and personalizing them according to their developmental stages.

A

True

76
Q

True or False?

Children and childhood are viewed from a social construct.

A

True

77
Q

True or False?

A third space is a metaphor for a space that respects differences through environmental design and programming.

A

True

78
Q

Which theorist was mentioned in the classical tradition?

A. Jean Jacques Rousseau
B. Dewey
C. Howard Gardener

A

A

79
Q

What is the general set of criteria for occupations to be deemed as professions?

A. Autonomy, recognition, serving, specialized body of knowledge
B. Redefined practice, self-reflection
C. Autonomy and ethical values
D. Professional responsibilities and constructivism

A

A

80
Q

True or False?

RECE’s need to develop a theoretical language to communicate and discuss their beliefs about families and professionals in their practice.

A

True

81
Q

Name 1 element of curriculum frameworks that ECEs should know and describe why it is important.

A

????

82
Q

What are the similarities and differences in the pedagogical approach of How Does Learning Happen and the Kindergarten Program?

A

Similarity: Both follow the 4 foundations, but the KDG PGM expands on them. Both emphasize collaboration with parents, teachers and children.

Difference: The Kindergarten Program is a 2 year program for 4-5 year olds. HDLH is a resource to support pedagogy and curriculum/program development in early years programs and has a broader age range than 4-5.

83
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What is the importance of learning about the roots of ECE?

A
  • Foundation for understanding
  • Increase intentionality
  • Know where you came from to know where you’re going
  • See how things have changed over time
84
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The Classical Tradition

A
  • Rousseau
  • pre WW1
  • Children were considered small adults
  • There was no ECE
  • Focused on religious learning
  • Punishment was acceptable
85
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The Modern Tradition

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  • post WW1
  • Diverse programs evolved
  • Influenced by progressive ideas of Dewey introduce early learning to ideals of constructivism (different approaches)
  • New schools emerged, changing elementary schools
  • New ideas included moveable furniture, children’s projects
  • early learning was influenced by societal, economic and political forces
86
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Modern Thinkers

A

Dewey, Steiner, Maria Montessori, Vygotsky, Piaget, Erikson, Malguzzi, Gardener, Bandura

87
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Post Modern Tradition

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  • Multiple theories, perspectives
  • Looks at theories critically
  • age appropriateness and individual theorists
  • Theorist: Howard Gardener

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