Question 1

How does the Reggio Emilia approach view children?
A)As wild creatures who need to be tamed
B)As immature people who need a lot of teaching
C)As empty minds that need to be filled with knowledge
D)As capable,competent people who have a right to learn at their own pace

Accepted Answer

The Reggio Emilia approach views children as capable, competent people who have a right to learn at their own pace. The approach emphasizes the child's role as an active participant rather than a passive recipient in the learning process. It also recognizes the child as a unique individual with unique interests and abilities. The approach aims to support and encourage the child's innate curiosity and creativity while providing a stimulating environment for learning.

Question 2

The work of Elena Bodrova and Deborah Leong draws heavily on the theories of:
A)Piaget.
B)Vygotsky.
C)John Dewey.
D)Lilian Katz.

Accepted Answer

Bodrova and Leong heavily draw on the theories of Lev Vygotsky, particularly his work on the zone of proximal development and the importance of social interaction in learning.

Question 3

How does the thematic approach differ from the project approach?
A)The thematic approach uses complex ideas,while the project approach is just playing.
B)The thematic approach is more appropriate for mature children.
C)The project approach stems from what the children appear to be interested in.
D)There is no real difference.

Accepted Answer

The thematic approach is centered around a specific theme or topic, while the project approach is based on the interests and ideas of the children. The project approach is more child-led and allows for more creativity and exploration, while the thematic approach provides a structured framework for learning. Therefore, choice C is the best answer as it highlights the key difference between the two approaches.

Question 4

What is the chief difference between licensing and accreditation?
A)Accreditation is required,while licensing is optional.
B)Centers with only a few children can be licensed,while one with many more children has to be accredited.
C)Accreditation has higher standards than licensing.
D)These are two words for the same process.

Accepted Answer

Accreditation has higher standards than licensing. Licensing is a mandatory process that regulates minimum standards for health, safety, and child care. Accreditation, on the other hand, is a voluntary process that denotes a higher level of quality and excellence in child care services. Centers that are accredited meet a higher set of standards than those that are only licensed.

Question 5

According to the survey done by the Cost,Quality & Child Outcomes Team,most parents:
A)think that their children's child care is about as good as it really is.
B)think that their children's child care is better than it really is.
C)think that their children's child care is worse than it really is.
D)do not think very much about their children's child care.

Accepted Answer

The survey by the Cost, Quality & Child Outcomes Team found that most parents tend to overestimate the quality of their children's child care, thinking it is better than it actually is.

Question 6

Montessori's idea of the "prepared environment" means that:
A)the school demonstrates a concern for the natural environment.
B)the school demonstrates concern for the man-made environment
C)the school makes sure that everything is prepared before the start of the day.
D)The school has child-sized furnishings and materials displayed on low shelves

Accepted Answer

Montessori's idea of the "prepared environment" refers to a classroom environment that is tailored to meet the developmental needs of the children. This includes child-sized furnishings, materials displayed on low shelves, and a layout that encourages exploration, independence, and self-directed learning. The prepared environment is designed to support children's cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development and to promote a sense of order, beauty, and calmness. Choice D, therefore, is the best answer because it accurately describes the key features of the prepared environment in a Montessori classroom.

Question 7

Which of the following statements in NOT true of the NAEYC accreditation standards?
A)The program aspires to encourage each child's sense of self-worth.
B)The program stresses academics,to prepare each child for kindergarten.
C)The program is sensitive to issues of being developmentally and culturally sensitive.
D)The program promotes learning in several domains.

Accepted Answer

The NAEYC accreditation standards do not solely focus on academics and preparing children for kindergarten. The program prioritizes comprehensive development in multiple domains, including social-emotional, physical, and cognitive growth.

Question 8

A manager tells one of her teachers,"Good job of breaking up that argument." Later in the day she witnesses a similar incident and says,"I appreciate how well you listened to what both of the children had to say." Which of these statements is true of her actions?
A)The first time she was engaging in praise,and the second time in encouragement.
B)In both instances she was engaging in praise.
C)The first time she was engaging in encouragement,and the second time in praise.
D)There was no difference in what she did.

Accepted Answer

The first statement is an example of praise, focusing on the teacher's action of breaking up an argument, while the second statement is encouragement, highlighting the teacher's skill in listening and valuing the children's perspectives.

Question 9

In order to become a Reggio Emilia certified school,the manager of the school must study in Italy.

Accepted Answer

There is no official certification process for Reggio Emilia approach. However, schools can choose to become members of the Reggio Emilia International Network and follow their guidelines for implementing the approach. It is not necessary for the manager of the school to study in Italy to become a member.

Question 10

A developmentally appropriate program believes that if children are allowed to think for themselves,they will develop wrong ways of thinking that will hurt them later in school.

Accepted Answer

A developmentally appropriate program recognizes the importance of allowing young children to think for themselves and encourages exploration and experimentation to promote natural curiosity and problem-solving skills. This approach fosters the development of critical thinking and creativity in children, which will benefit them throughout their entire academic career. Restricted thinking can limit a child's ability to grow and learn, leading to negative outcomes in the future.

Question 11

When it comes to scheduling time for various activities,play is considered:
A)something not as important as real learning.
B)something that is necessary but should be limited.
C)an activity that is absolutely essential to children's development.
D)something that is acceptable for children who are not very smart.

Accepted Answer

Play is not only important, but it is also essential to children's physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development. It helps children learn life skills, problem-solving skills, creativity, and self-regulation skills. Therefore, it should be considered as an integral part of a child's schedule.

Question 12

When adults disregard what children are interested in and attempt to teach them things that they will need later in school,there is a real danger that what really happens is that the children's development will be slowed.

Accepted Answer

When adults disregard children's interests and impose their own agenda, children may become disengaged and unmotivated to learn. This can stifle their natural curiosity and hinder their overall development. It is important to build on children's interests and make learning more meaningful and relevant to their lives.

Question 13

A developmentally appropriate program believes that children need intensive instruction in the areas in which they are weak.

Accepted Answer

A developmentally appropriate program focuses on the holistic development of a child, and recognizes that each child is unique and develops at their own pace. It does not believe in intensive instruction in areas of weakness, but rather supports and challenges children to continuously develop their skills and knowledge in a variety of areas through engaging, hands-on experiences.

Question 14

Interesting,enriching experiences for children are most likely to happen if we:
A)drill them on what they need to know in kindergarten.
B)just let them do whatever they feel like doing.
C)have a large budget for equipment and supplies.
D)plan activities carefully after noticing what excites their interest.

Accepted Answer

Planning activities carefully after noticing what excites their interest is the best way to create interesting and enriching experiences for children. This approach allows for personalization, creativity, and engagement, which are key ingredients for learning and development. Drilling them on what they need to know or letting them do whatever they feel like doing may not be as effective or productive, while having a large budget for equipment and supplies is only useful if they are used intentionally and in support of the planned activities.

Question 15

If state standards focus intently on development in one domain,there is a danger that the result may be to neglect other domains that are equally important.

Accepted Answer

If a state standard is too focused on one domain, it may cause neglect in other equally important domains.

Question 16

The Montessori approach calls children's play "work" because:
A)it shows respect for the children's activities.
B)it's a lot of work to clean up after children play.
C)it's hard work to set up a space the way that Montessori wants it.
D)all of the above

Accepted Answer

The Montessori approach values children's play as meaningful and purposeful activity and calling it "work" is a way to show respect for the children's efforts and learning. Cleaning up after play and setting up the environment may require effort, but that's not why the play is referred to as "work".

Quiz 12: Educational Programming

How does the Reggio Emilia approach view children?

The work of Elena Bodrova and Deborah Leong draws heavily on the theories of:

How does the thematic approach differ from the project approach?

What is the chief difference between licensing and accreditation?

According to the survey done by the Cost,Quality & Child Outcomes Team,most parents:

Montessori's idea of the "prepared environment" means that:

Which of the following statements in NOT true of the NAEYC accreditation standards?

A manager tells one of her teachers,"Good job of breaking up that argument." Later in the day she witnesses a similar incident and says,"I appreciate how well you listened to what both of the children had to say." Which of these statements is true of her actions?

In order to become a Reggio Emilia certified school,the manager of the school must study in Italy.

A developmentally appropriate program believes that if children are allowed to think for themselves,they will develop wrong ways of thinking that will hurt them later in school.

When it comes to scheduling time for various activities,play is considered:

When adults disregard what children are interested in and attempt to teach them things that they will need later in school,there is a real danger that what really happens is that the children's development will be slowed.

A developmentally appropriate program believes that children need intensive instruction in the areas in which they are weak.

Interesting,enriching experiences for children are most likely to happen if we:

If state standards focus intently on development in one domain,there is a danger that the result may be to neglect other domains that are equally important.

The Montessori approach calls children's play "work" because: