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After watching the video, 0-2 Years: Observation Module for Infants and Toddlers and reading
Chapter 1 of the class text, write a 250-300 word response to the following:
Infants learn about the environment through their sensory systems. Explain this statement. What
examples from the video illustrate this concept? How does this information relate to the nature
vs. nurture controversy and your understanding of child development? Respond to at least 2 of
your peers
After reading chapters 1 and 2 of the class text and the case study labeled Meet the Twins
Emma and Ethan in Chapter 2, write a 250-300 word response to the following:
Since Emma and Ethan are twins, should you expect them to grow and develop in exactly the
same way and at exactly the same rate? How would developmental theorists account for any
differences? Include information on at least two contemporary theories listed in chapter 1.
Respond to at least 2 of your peers
Week 2
ECE 205 Week 2 DQ1 Ages and Stages of Infants/Toddlers
Read chapters 4 and 5 of the class text and navigate CYFERnet. Choose one of the Ages and
Stages for Caregivers : 1-4 Months, 5-8 Months, 9-12 Months, 12-18 Months, 18-24 Months, 2
Years to elaborate on. Summarize the stage of development for your chosen age group in the
areas of language, physical and social development in 250-300 words. Make two references to
your source within your response. Respond to at least two of your peers
After navigating the Zero to Three website. Write a 250-300 word response to the following:
Parents and caregivers can provide opportunities for development in infants and toddlers.
Describe how these opportunities relate to the childs environment? Make three suggestions for
impacting a childs environment and promoting development. Make two references to the Zero to
Three website within your response by using in text citations. Respond to at least two of your
peers.
Week 3
After watching the video titled, 2-5 Years: Language Development for Early Childhood, and
reading chapter 6, write a 250-300 word response to the following:
Typically, language develops rapidly between the ages of 2 and 5. How does this impact a
preschoolers ability to express his/her wants and needs? How can teachers and caregivers
support a childs language development? Reference the video and this weeks reading in your
post. Respond to at least two peers.
After watching the video titled, 2-5 Years: Play in Early Childhood, and reading chapter 6, write
a 250-300 word response to the following:
What social skills must a child have to engage successfully in cooperative and constructive play?
How can teachers and caregivers provide guidance for social skill development? Reference the
video and this weeks reading in your post. Respond to at least two peers
Week 4
What changes in childrens cognitive skills are evident during Piagets concrete operational
stage? Compare and contrast the cognitive skills of a typical six year old and an eight year old.
How does this information relate to curriculum planning? Cite one source, other than the class
text, to substantiate your response. Respond to at least two peers.
Week 5