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This is an activity which I had with the child using verbal instruction. I am overseeing the child to ensure they are safe using scissors and glue sticks. I am promoting their development by letting them independently work on it with little guidance.

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M.McCroskey ECCE 1121 Philosophy Paper (1)

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Part One - Guiding Questions:

Through different philosophers and theorists, I have learned an abundance of information about children and how they grow and develop. I have learned how there is an impact on children's behaviors for a variety of reasons, such as home life and social over stimulation. Many of these over stimulation's and behaviors can come from children's needs not being met. I have learned how effective parent/teacher communications can help find the root causes of these behaviors. Many things can influence children's behaviors, such as environmental factors including their classes and homes. A chaotic environment can cause stress and over stimulation. An environment should be calming, welcoming, inclusive, environment where a child feels safe.

Part Two – Evidence of Practice (Your answers to these will guide the artifacts you choose for your portfolio).

Based on my knowledge I complete various activities with young children to aid in their development. Pictured, I am verbally guiding the child how to place the colored paper over the letter 'H' to create a collage. I create lesson plans based on how I know the children behave on a weekly basis. This includes music, movement activities, and creative activities based on what happened around the time (holidays, seasons, themes, etc.) Many different things can influence children's development and learning, which is why I make sure to use mistaken behavior instead of misbehavior and also try to include family as much as possible. Family is a huge part of development for children.

Environments I have created include calming corners, open ways around the classroom, reachable organization, and sensory toys. The environment keeps a routine which helps the children with transitioning. I ensure health and safety by staying in ratio at all times and teaching children safe and healthy habits. Such as, hand washing, not running in the class to prevent injury, and following routines also insures safety.

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M.McCroskey ECCE 1112 Childhood Observation

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Part One - Guiding Questions:

The assessment process can be used in a variety of different ways. For example portfolios, anecdotal notes, and running notes. The assessment process involves documenting the child's progress and then assessing how they are developing. A part of the documentation and assessment process involves technology. Assessments can be done online and so can documentation. Such as uploading work or keeping notes online.

Children develop at different rates, which means that there is an obligation to the teacher to keep up with their development. Individually working with children and using small groups helps with this assessment and planning. When working with children you may have children with certain disabilities in which an assistive technology device may be needed. There are audio devices, braille readers, visual enlargements, and more. It all depends on the child's disability. Involving families in the process of assessment is important because its important to note milestones at home and school. Having parent/teacher meetings and communication through email, letters or weekly communication logs can assist in these assessments.

If the child needs more help, there are community resources (all based on locations) that can help. Locally, we have sent some of the children in my classroom to Ralph Bunch and Babies Can't Wait. There is also many different therapies available such as OT, physical, speech, etc.

Part Two – Using assessments has guided me in the lesson planning for the children in my classroom. If children in groups or individually are struggling, I can adjust my lessons to allocate more time or different activities to ensure they understand it. If it involves a gross or fine motor, I can evaluate further and discuss possible therapy.

I have used results from assessment to give children an enriched version of lessons. For example, the children are mastering "do-a-dot" fine motor activities, so I can challenge them more by having them use paint brushes instead. I have implemented technology significantly in curriculum by using education videos, such as go-noodle, music, etc. to aid in certain topics. The technology also acts as a homebase for all the information of the children and their progress using pictures. Individually, I can work one-on-one or in small group for children after initial assessment.

I have used community resources such as therapy and behavioral specialists to evaluate certain children and come up with an individualized plan.

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M.McCroskey ECCE 2203 Functional Assessment Assignment

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Part One - I am currently involved in the ECE field by working at a preschool. I am CPR and first aid certified, I am apart of a babysitting club in my county, I offer tutoring for young children and have my diploma is ECE basics.

The standard I follow go along with the environment where I work. I work for a Christian preschool, meaning we follow the bible and teach about God's word. We teach about Jesus and his followers and have children sit in the chapel one day a week. This has helped me really grow and develop my personal standards for teaching love and kindness.

While I have worked with children for many years, I am still learning and growing everyday. I use an ipad in the classroom to take pictures and keep track of data. At my job, we take classes together to stay up-to-date with everything needed to perform at our best ability.

Tell how you are continuing to be a learner in the field of ECE. I believe advocating is a huge, vital role in children because they cannot speak for themselves. I often remind parents of how children are still growing and developing at home and ways to encourage them and not tear them down.

Part Two – I am currently employed at The Carpenters Shop Christian Preschool. For the past 11 years, it has one "Best Of" for our county. We are quality rated certified as well. I have received multiple awards and employee recognition for my work with children. I am still learning everyday not only from my coworkers but also children. ECE will always be a learning field. We use iPads and computers as technology in our classrooms. I advocate in multiple ways but specifically when it comes down to parent/kid interactions.