CHILD CARE PROFESSIONAL 1 - LESSON 4: CHILDHOOD GUIDANCE, PART 1 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS WITH SOLUTIONS 2 024 Section 4.1 - Key Points - ANSWER - The basis for behavioral theory is that the behavior of the children will be further reinforced through your role -modeling efforts. - Positive reinforcement means that the child receives some kind of reward for demonstrating a desired behavior. Section 4.1 - Self Assessment: Identify the Four Goals for Guidance in a Safe and Supportive Environment - ANSWER Question 1: List the four theoretical perspectives of child guidance. Answer 1: Behavioral theory, cognitive developmental theory, psychodynamic developmental theory, and sociocultural developmental theory Question 2: What's the difference between positive and negative reinforcement? Answer 2: Positive reinforcement means that the child receives some kind of immediate or postponed reinforcement or reward for demonstrating the desired behavior. Negative reinforcement means that the child will perform a behavior to avoid a negative stimu lus. Question 3: How can creating a special relationship with a child promote a sense of security for the child within a group child care setting? Answer 3: A routine of care is established and the caregiver develops a relationship with the child that builds the child's trust. The caregiver understands the child better and can support their full development. Question 4: What's the importance of continuity of care? Answer 4: The family and the child are able to build a trusting relationship with the caregiver. Trust is established as the individual child's needs are met and when adjustments need to be made they are slow and focused. Question 5: Describe the three types of play units. Answer 5: - A simple play unit has one obvious use and no extra parts --for example, a tricycle. - Complex play units have two different play materials juxtaposed to enable manipulation or improvisation. An example would be the housekeeping area. Single play materials that have elements of unpredictability can also be considered complex play units —for instance, a table with books. - Super play units have lots of different parts and have multiple uses —for example, the block area and the pieces to a farm (cows, chicken, tractor, and fence). Question 6: What are the disadvantages found Section 4.2 - Key Points - ANSWER - Negative reinforcement happens when a child performs a negative behavior and receives a negative stimulus. - Guidance is the act of providing direction, leadership, or instruction. Section 4.2 - Self Assessment: Discuss How to Solve a Communication Problem With Parents - ANSWER Question 1: FERPA stands for _____________________ and it works to protect the privacy rights of the student and the family. Answer 1: Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act Question 2: What's an efficient way to communicate information to parents? Answer 2: Electronic forms, daily communication folders, emails, newsletters, and social media pages Question 3: Describe what most babies do at the age of six months in the following domains: A. Cognitive Domain B. Physical Domain C. Language Domains D. Social/emotional Domain Answer 3: A. Cognitive domain: Typically, a six -month -old explores with their mouth, reaches for things, looks around, and passes things from one hand to another. B. Physical domain: A six -month -old rolls from front to back, sits without support, supports weight and bounces with legs, and rocks or crawls back and forth. C. Language domain: Most six -month -olds respond to sounds with sounds; babble and take turns making sounds; respond to their own name; use sounds to show joy or displeasure; and jabber with sounds like "mmm" or "bbbb." D. Social/emotional domain: The six -month -old will be able to recognize familiar faces; likes to play, especially with parents; responds to emotions of others; is happy; and likes to see self in mirror. Question 4: What are some signs that a six -month -old may need further evaluation by a licensed doctor? Answer 4: A child should be taken for further evaluation if the child is showing very stiff or very floppy muscle control or if, at six months old, doesn't demonstrate the following behaviors: -Show affection -Respond to sounds -Try to reach out to grab things -Roll -Laugh -Make vowel sounds Question 5: At what ages does the American Academy of Pediatrics recommend screenings for developmental delays? Answer 5: The recommended screenings are at 9, 18, 24, and 30 Section 4.3 - Key Points - ANSWER - Knowing the typical development of children within an age range helps adults know what they can expect children to do and not do. - Each child's development is unique, so adults must also expect individual differences in how children behave.
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