Early Child Development Flashcards
1
Q
Define early childhood.
A
Period of conception through to age 7.
2
Q
List the 3 components that contribute to early child development.
A
- Socioemotional
- Cognitive
- Physical
3
Q
Which 3 indicators are the Child Development Index (CDI) made up of?
A
- Health
- Nutrition
- Education
4
Q
How is the health indicator of CDI measured?
A
Through the under 5 mortality rate.
5
Q
How is the nutrition indicator of CDI measured?
A
The percentage of under 5s who are moderately or severely under/overweight.
6
Q
How is the education indicator of CDI measured?
A
The percentage of primary school-aged children who are not enrolled into school.
