Session 5 Part 1 of 2 Environments
FLORIDA CHILD CARE PROFESSIONAL CREDENTIAL 102 | Module 2
Development of educational programs that improve motor, language and cognitive development of children, including literacy development
(15 hours) Subject Area 2
To identify materials and activities that will enhance the physical development of children
To learn how to create a preschool environment that encourages exploration, curiosity and critical thinking
To learn techniques for introducing meaningful themes into classrooms
To learn activities that encourage problem solving
To learn how to present reading activities and to read stories to children
To recognize the relationship between language development and real-world experiences
To select books that foster empathy, promote pro-social behavior; counteract bias, and support bilingualism
During this session you will learn about the Florida Standards and the learning environments. You create within your setting the foundation for children's growth and development. How your environment is configured impacts children's mastery of social, emotional, cognitive, and physical and language skills.
In Session 5 you will learn how the following critical elements work together to create an effective learning environment:
· Designing the Indoor Setting.
· Selecting Appropriate Materials.
· Planning Curricula for Children.
· Developing the Daily Schedule.
· Implementing the Daily Schedule.
1. Review Video
Assignments:
1. Video
2. Preschool Teachers Read Essentials Chapter #3 Learning Environments p. 108-165 Safe p. 10-56
School Age Credentialed Teachers Read Working with School-Age Children 199-231
3.Complete Workbook Assignment p 34-46
4. Write and place in Professional Portfolio Competency 1 Safe, Healthy Learning Environments to TW
5. Complete Test 1 Safe, Healthy Learning Environments
6. Module Evaluation (Required)
2. Read Essentials Chapter 3 p. 108-165
School Age Textbook p. 199-231
3. Complete Workbook p. 34-46
