Pennsylvania Version of Fundamentals of Early Childhood Education
6th Edition
Published on 18. January 2011
Book
Paperback/Softback
32 pages
978-0-13-708300-8 (ISBN)
Description
Fundamentals of Early Childhood Education Pennsylvania Edition provides a brief, reader-friendly introduction to the field of early childhood education. It presents engaging chapter features on early childhood programs, professionals in practice, diversity strategies, technology issues, and ethical decision-making. Separate chapters on infants and toddlers, preschoolers, kindergartners, and the primary grades explore young children's unique developmental and educational needs. Fundamentals' emphasis on professionalism throughout keeps the focus on meeting the needs of each and every child and providing up-to-date information and strategies to develop competent, informed early childhood professionals. The Pennsylvania edition provides an additional chapter on Grades Four through Six presenting developmental content, content area information, and strategies for teaching children in grades four, five, and six.
New to this edition:
? MyEducationLab margin notes in every chapter integrate new online assignable video-based exercises, linked to learning outcomes and NAEYC Standards, perfect for all types of courses.
? A Study Plan on MyEducationLab provides practice multiple-choice items with feedback.
? Chapter content is aligned with the revised six NAEYC Standards for Professional Preparation Programs.
? New "Accommodating Diverse Learners" sections address the inclusion of all children, including those with special needs. This feature recognizes the ongoing integration of the fields of early childhood education and early childhood special education.
? Many additional core content examples and illustrations and a streamlined body of features result in a more accessible and applied edition.
Resources: Online Instructor's Manual; Online Test Bank; MyTest, an electronic test management system that also generates WebCT and Blackboard formats; and Online PowerPoints.
New to this edition:
? MyEducationLab margin notes in every chapter integrate new online assignable video-based exercises, linked to learning outcomes and NAEYC Standards, perfect for all types of courses.
? A Study Plan on MyEducationLab provides practice multiple-choice items with feedback.
? Chapter content is aligned with the revised six NAEYC Standards for Professional Preparation Programs.
? New "Accommodating Diverse Learners" sections address the inclusion of all children, including those with special needs. This feature recognizes the ongoing integration of the fields of early childhood education and early childhood special education.
? Many additional core content examples and illustrations and a streamlined body of features result in a more accessible and applied edition.
Resources: Online Instructor's Manual; Online Test Bank; MyTest, an electronic test management system that also generates WebCT and Blackboard formats; and Online PowerPoints.
More details
Person
George S. Morrison is a professor of early childhood education at the University of North Texas where he teaches child development and early childhood classes to undergraduate and graduate students. He is an experienced teacher and was a principal in the public schools.
Dr. Morrison's accomplishments include both a Distinguished Academic Service Award from the Pennsylvania Department of Education and Outstanding Service and Teaching Awards from Florida International University. His books include Early Childhood Education Today, Fundamentals of Early Childhood Education and Teaching in America. Dr. Morrison has also written books about the education and development of infants, toddlers, and preschoolers; child development; the contemporary curriculum; and parent/family/community involvement.
Dr. Morrison is a popular author, speaker, and presenter. He is senior contributing editor for the Public School Montessorian. His research and presentations focus on the globalization of early childhood education, the influence of contemporary educational reforms on reeducation, and the application of best practices to early childhood education. Dr. Morrison also lectures and gives keynote addrsss on topics of early childhood education in Thailand, Taiwan, China, South Korea, and the Phillipines.
Dr. Morrison's accomplishments include both a Distinguished Academic Service Award from the Pennsylvania Department of Education and Outstanding Service and Teaching Awards from Florida International University. His books include Early Childhood Education Today, Fundamentals of Early Childhood Education and Teaching in America. Dr. Morrison has also written books about the education and development of infants, toddlers, and preschoolers; child development; the contemporary curriculum; and parent/family/community involvement.
Dr. Morrison is a popular author, speaker, and presenter. He is senior contributing editor for the Public School Montessorian. His research and presentations focus on the globalization of early childhood education, the influence of contemporary educational reforms on reeducation, and the application of best practices to early childhood education. Dr. Morrison also lectures and gives keynote addrsss on topics of early childhood education in Thailand, Taiwan, China, South Korea, and the Phillipines.
Content
Chapter 1: You and Early Childhood Education
Who is an Early Childhood Professional?
The Five Goals of Professionalism
Pathways to Professional Development
New Roles for Early Childhood Professionals
Activities for Professional Development
Chapter 2: Early Childhood Education Today
Issues Influencing the Practice of Early Childhood Education
Politics and Early Childhood Education
Federal and State Involvement in Early Childhood Programs
New Directions in Early Childhood Education
Activities for Professional Development
Chapter 3: Histories and Theories
The Importance of History of Early Childhood Education
The Importance of Theories of Learning
Famous People and Their Influence on Early Childhood Education
From Luther to Today: Basic Beliefs Essential for High Quality Early Childhood Programs
Learning Theories and Their Influence on Early Childhood
Activities for Professional Development
Chapter 4: Implementing Early Childhood Programs
Growing Demand for Quality Early Childhood Programs
Program Models
Federal Programs for Young Children
Early Childhood Programs and You
Chapter 5: Standards and You
What Are National and State Standards for What Students Will Learn and Do?
Importance of National, State, and Local Standards
How Are Standards Changing Teaching and Learning?
What Are Issues Associated with National, State, and Local Standards?
Activities for Professional Development
Chapter 6: Observing and Assessing Young Children
What is Assessment and Why is it an Important Professional Responsibility?
Why is it Important for You to Know How to Assess Children and Families?
Using Observation to Assess
Types of Assessment
Assessment in Context
What Are the Issues in the Assessment of Young Children?
Activities for Professional Developmen
Chapter 7: Infants and Toddlers
What Are Infants and Toddlers Like?
How Do Infants and Toddlers Develop?
Motor Development
Cognitive Development
Language Development
Preparing Enriched Environments to Support Infant and Toddler Development
Curricula for Infants and Toddlers
Infant Mental Health
Portraits of Children
Activities for Professional Development
Chapter 8: The Preschool Years
What is Preschool?
What Are Preschoolers Like?
Ready to Learn: Ready for School
Preschool and State Standards
The Preschool Curriculum
Play in Preschool Programs
Successful Transitions to Kindergarten
Portraits of Children
Activities for Professional Development
Chapter 9: Kindergarten Today
The History of Kindergarten Education
What Are Kindergarten Children Like?
Who Attends Kindergarten?
Environments for Kindergarteners
Curriculum in the Kindergarten
Chapter 10: The Early Elementary Grades: 1-3
Teaching in Grades One to Three
What Are Children in Grades One to Three Like?
Environments That Support Learning in the Primary Grades
Curriculum in the Primary Grades
Portraits of Children
Activities for Professional Development
Chapter 11: Grades 4-6
WHAT ARE CHILDREN IN GRADES FOUR, FIVE, AND SIX LIKE?
Physical Development
Gender Identity
Motor Development
Social Development
Psychosocial Development
Cognitive Development
Moral Development
WHAT IS TEACHING AND LEARNING LIKE IN THE "TWEEN" YEARS?
Schools for Tweens
State and National Standards
Teaching Practices
Classroom Physical Environment
Creating an Educational Environment for Tweens
CONTENT AREAS IN GRADES FOUR, FIVE, AND SIX
Language Arts
Social Studies
Mathematics
Science
Physical Education
The Arts and Music
ACCOMMODATING DIVERSE LEARNERS
COLLABORATING WITH FAMILIES AND THE COMMUNITY
Family Involvement Pays Dividends
LOOKING TO THE FUTURE
ACTIVITIES FOR PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Ethical Dilemma
Extension Activities
Linking to Learning
Glossary Terms for Chapter
Chapter 12: Educating Children with Diverse Backgrounds and Special Needs
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)
Children with Disabilities
Teaching English Language Learners (ELLS)
Multicultural Education
Activities for Professional Development
Chapter 13: Guiding Children's Behavior
Why Guide Children's Behavior?
Guiding Behavior in a Community of Learners
What is the Social Constructivist Approach to Guiding Behavior?
Twelve Steps for Guiding Behavior
Activities for Professional Development
Chapter 14: Parents, Families, and the Community
New Views of Parent/Family and Community Involvement
Changing Parents and Families: Changing Involvement
Types of Involvement
Activities for Involvement
The Challenge
Activities for Professional Development
Who is an Early Childhood Professional?
The Five Goals of Professionalism
Pathways to Professional Development
New Roles for Early Childhood Professionals
Activities for Professional Development
Chapter 2: Early Childhood Education Today
Issues Influencing the Practice of Early Childhood Education
Politics and Early Childhood Education
Federal and State Involvement in Early Childhood Programs
New Directions in Early Childhood Education
Activities for Professional Development
Chapter 3: Histories and Theories
The Importance of History of Early Childhood Education
The Importance of Theories of Learning
Famous People and Their Influence on Early Childhood Education
From Luther to Today: Basic Beliefs Essential for High Quality Early Childhood Programs
Learning Theories and Their Influence on Early Childhood
Activities for Professional Development
Chapter 4: Implementing Early Childhood Programs
Growing Demand for Quality Early Childhood Programs
Program Models
Federal Programs for Young Children
Early Childhood Programs and You
Chapter 5: Standards and You
What Are National and State Standards for What Students Will Learn and Do?
Importance of National, State, and Local Standards
How Are Standards Changing Teaching and Learning?
What Are Issues Associated with National, State, and Local Standards?
Activities for Professional Development
Chapter 6: Observing and Assessing Young Children
What is Assessment and Why is it an Important Professional Responsibility?
Why is it Important for You to Know How to Assess Children and Families?
Using Observation to Assess
Types of Assessment
Assessment in Context
What Are the Issues in the Assessment of Young Children?
Activities for Professional Developmen
Chapter 7: Infants and Toddlers
What Are Infants and Toddlers Like?
How Do Infants and Toddlers Develop?
Motor Development
Cognitive Development
Language Development
Preparing Enriched Environments to Support Infant and Toddler Development
Curricula for Infants and Toddlers
Infant Mental Health
Portraits of Children
Activities for Professional Development
Chapter 8: The Preschool Years
What is Preschool?
What Are Preschoolers Like?
Ready to Learn: Ready for School
Preschool and State Standards
The Preschool Curriculum
Play in Preschool Programs
Successful Transitions to Kindergarten
Portraits of Children
Activities for Professional Development
Chapter 9: Kindergarten Today
The History of Kindergarten Education
What Are Kindergarten Children Like?
Who Attends Kindergarten?
Environments for Kindergarteners
Curriculum in the Kindergarten
Chapter 10: The Early Elementary Grades: 1-3
Teaching in Grades One to Three
What Are Children in Grades One to Three Like?
Environments That Support Learning in the Primary Grades
Curriculum in the Primary Grades
Portraits of Children
Activities for Professional Development
Chapter 11: Grades 4-6
WHAT ARE CHILDREN IN GRADES FOUR, FIVE, AND SIX LIKE?
Physical Development
Gender Identity
Motor Development
Social Development
Psychosocial Development
Cognitive Development
Moral Development
WHAT IS TEACHING AND LEARNING LIKE IN THE "TWEEN" YEARS?
Schools for Tweens
State and National Standards
Teaching Practices
Classroom Physical Environment
Creating an Educational Environment for Tweens
CONTENT AREAS IN GRADES FOUR, FIVE, AND SIX
Language Arts
Social Studies
Mathematics
Science
Physical Education
The Arts and Music
ACCOMMODATING DIVERSE LEARNERS
COLLABORATING WITH FAMILIES AND THE COMMUNITY
Family Involvement Pays Dividends
LOOKING TO THE FUTURE
ACTIVITIES FOR PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Ethical Dilemma
Extension Activities
Linking to Learning
Glossary Terms for Chapter
Chapter 12: Educating Children with Diverse Backgrounds and Special Needs
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)
Children with Disabilities
Teaching English Language Learners (ELLS)
Multicultural Education
Activities for Professional Development
Chapter 13: Guiding Children's Behavior
Why Guide Children's Behavior?
Guiding Behavior in a Community of Learners
What is the Social Constructivist Approach to Guiding Behavior?
Twelve Steps for Guiding Behavior
Activities for Professional Development
Chapter 14: Parents, Families, and the Community
New Views of Parent/Family and Community Involvement
Changing Parents and Families: Changing Involvement
Types of Involvement
Activities for Involvement
The Challenge
Activities for Professional Development