Question 1

Attempting to view your center from the standpoint of the children who attend it is known as:
A)a behaviorist approach.
B)A "top-down" approach.
C)A "bottom-up" approach.
D)A Montessori approach.

Accepted Answer

A "bottom-up" approach involves viewing things from the perspective of the individuals who are directly involved. In this case, it would mean looking at the center from the viewpoint of the children who attend it. This approach can help educators to better understand the needs and experiences of the children they work with, which can inform their teaching strategies and help them create a more effective learning environment.

Question 2

In performing evaluations of your staff members,it is best to use a system:
A)that remains secret.
B)that the staff vote on together
C)that lets the staff members do their own evaluations.
D)that the staff are able to review in advance

Accepted Answer

It is best to have a system that allows the staff to review their evaluations in advance. This promotes transparency and open communication between the employer and employee. It also allows for any potential misunderstandings or disagreements to be addressed before the evaluation is final. Keeping the evaluation system secret or allowing the staff to do their own evaluations may lead to inaccurate or biased evaluations. Having the staff vote on their own evaluations may also result in conflicts of interest and lack of objectivity.

Question 3

When evaluating food service,as long as the children are eating the food and it does not cost too much,that is all that you need to worry about.

Accepted Answer

When evaluating food service, there are other factors that need to be considered such as nutritional value, food safety, variety, and cultural considerations. Cost is also important, but it should not be the only factor taken into account.

Question 4

NAEYC accreditation has to do only with standards for physical space,nutrition,and teacher qualifications.It has nothing to do with how a center is administered.

Accepted Answer

NAEYC accreditation includes standards for physical space, nutrition, teacher qualifications, AND program administration. The program administration standards cover areas such as relationships with families, assessment of children's progress, and communication with families and staff.

Question 5

In contrast to assessment,evaluation:
A)measures how well a program is doing.
B)measures how high a center's fees are.
C)measures were the children are developmentally.
D)Is always done only by an outside agency.

Accepted Answer

Evaluation measures how well a program is doing, which is different from assessment that measures where the children are developmentally. Additionally, evaluation can be done both by an outside agency and by the program itself, making option D incorrect. Option B is not related to the concept of evaluation in early childhood education.

Question 6

The Program Administration Scale devised by Talon and Bloom:
A)is broader in scope than many other scales.
B)applies only to centers affiliated with a college or university.
C)is required only if a center receives federal funds.
D)is no different from other scales used to assess programs.

Accepted Answer

The Program Administration Scale is known for its broad scope, covering numerous aspects of program administration, which sets it apart from other scales.

Question 7

In dealing with parents,which of the following is absolutely essential?
A)having your advertisement and brochures up to date
B)having a clear understanding with your staff about who should deal with any concerns that the parents might raise
C)keeping the parents informed about your policies on food services and health
D)all of the above

Accepted Answer

All of the above choices are important in dealing with parents. Keeping promotional materials up to date, having clear communication with staff about addressing parent concerns, and informing parents about policies related to food and health are all essential aspects of maintaining positive relationships with parents in any childcare or educational setting.

Question 8

Standards set a minimum level of quality for a particular purpose.

Accepted Answer

Standards are designed to establish a minimum level of quality, safety, and performance for products, services, and systems, which is essential for ensuring that they meet the intended purpose and meet the needs of customers, stakeholders, and regulatory bodies. Standards help to promote consistency, interoperability, and compatibility between different products, services, and systems, and provide a framework for assessing and ensuring compliance with regulations and industry best practices.

Question 9

In considering issues of children's health and safety,having the children immunized against childhood diseases is not really necessary.

Accepted Answer

It is important to have children immunized against childhood diseases as it can prevent the spread of diseases, protect individuals who are unable to receive immunizations, and promote overall public health. Failure to do so can result in serious and sometimes deadly health consequences for individuals and communities.

Question 10

If you "shadow" a boy in your center for a day,you:
A)keep him inside out of the sun.
B)draw a picture of him with a dark pencil.
C)follow him and keep a record of what he says and does.
D)play a game with shadows on a screen.

Accepted Answer

"Shadow" in this context means to follow and observe someone in order to learn from them or understand their behavior. Therefore, option C is the best choice as it involves following and keeping a record of the boy's actions and words to gain insight into his behavior and needs.

Question 11

Many early childhood professionals believe that a strong reliance on standardized tests:
A)indicates that a center is of high quality.
B)will overshadow the importance of social,emotional and physical development.
C)will allow the center to charge higher fees.
D)none of the above

Accepted Answer

Standardized tests focus primarily on cognitive abilities and academic skills, which can cause an overemphasis on these areas and lead to neglect of social, emotional, and physical development. This can ultimately harm children's long-term success and well-being. Therefore, relying heavily on standardized tests is generally not considered a sign of high-quality early childhood education.

Question 12

Licensing standards vary from state to state.

Accepted Answer

Licensing standards are regulated at the state level, so they can differ from state to state.

Question 13

Observational assessments are likely to be more authentic than assessments using standardized instruments.

Accepted Answer

Observational assessments allow for a more natural and holistic approach to evaluating an individual's skills and abilities. Standardized instruments may not capture the full range of an individual's strengths and weaknesses and may be influenced by factors such as test anxiety or cultural differences. However, observational assessments may be more time-consuming and require trained observers to ensure accuracy and reliability.

Question 14

NAEYC accreditation standards require:
A)a satisfactory score on every item.
B)a satisfactory score on 80% of the items.
C)a high score on one item to balance out a low score on another item.
D)all of the above

Accepted Answer

NAEYC accreditation standards require a satisfactory score on at least 80% of the items, not necessarily all items. A high score on one item cannot balance out a low score on another item as each item is assessed independently.

Question 15

In the example in this chapter,the solution to the time and space management issues created by the infant-toddler group and the 3-to-5-year-old group sharing outside time in the same location was building a fence to protect the infant-toddler group.This was a good solution because:
A)the older children were amused by seeing the younger children in a "cage."
B)the solution allowed both teachers to find common ground and agree on a resolution.
C)the teacher for the older children got what she wanted.
D)the teacher for the younger children did not understand the situation,but got outside time anyway.

Accepted Answer

The solution of building a fence allowed both groups of teachers to address their concerns and find a mutually agreeable solution, ensuring safety and effective space management for both age groups.

Question 16

In 1995,a Cost,Quality and Child Outcomes in Child Care Centers Study found that in the United States,most centers provided care that was:
A)very good.
B)good.
C)better than average.
D)bad to barely average.

Accepted Answer

The study found that most centers provided care that was "bad to barely average," highlighting concerns about the quality of child care available to many families in the United States.

Quiz 15: Assessment and Evaluation

Attempting to view your center from the standpoint of the children who attend it is known as:

In performing evaluations of your staff members,it is best to use a system:

When evaluating food service,as long as the children are eating the food and it does not cost too much,that is all that you need to worry about.

NAEYC accreditation has to do only with standards for physical space,nutrition,and teacher qualifications.It has nothing to do with how a center is administered.

In contrast to assessment,evaluation:

The Program Administration Scale devised by Talon and Bloom:

In dealing with parents,which of the following is absolutely essential?

Standards set a minimum level of quality for a particular purpose.

In considering issues of children's health and safety,having the children immunized against childhood diseases is not really necessary.

If you "shadow" a boy in your center for a day,you:

Many early childhood professionals believe that a strong reliance on standardized tests:

Licensing standards vary from state to state.

Observational assessments are likely to be more authentic than assessments using standardized instruments.

NAEYC accreditation standards require:

In the example in this chapter,the solution to the time and space management issues created by the infant-toddler group and the 3-to-5-year-old group sharing outside time in the same location was building a fence to protect the infant-toddler group.This was a good solution because:

In 1995,a Cost,Quality and Child Outcomes in Child Care Centers Study found that in the United States,most centers provided care that was: