Through manipulation and discovery, young children can make mathematical connections to real issues exploring all of the following concepts except
a. classification.
b. seriation.
c. patterning.
d. letter recognition.
Question 2...The constructivist curriculum approach is
a. grounded in the developmental theories of Jean Piaget and Lev Vygotsky.
b. grounded in the developmental theories of Sigmund Freud.
c. based on the theories of B. F. Skinner and J. Watson.
d. based on the theories of Arnold Gesell.
Question 3...Interaction and communication with families becomes more individualized with parents of older and younger ages. (T/ F)
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Question 4...The constructivist approach does not suggest that children
a. build or construct their own understanding of the world through activities based on personal interest.
b. manipulate real-world objects.
c. develop physical skills to better understand the world.
d. interact with people around them.
Question 5...Problem solving refers to a child's ability to
a. examine data critically and determine what is useful in making specific decisions and what is not.
b. recognize and then solve problems that come the child's way.
c. organize and categorize information.
d. love learning.
Question 6...One positive aspect of using the telephone as a means for early learning professionals to communicate with families is that it is
a. a quick and easy one-way conversation between families.
b. an inexpensive and convenient two-way communication between families and caregivers.
c. a quick and convenient two-way communication between administrators and staff.
d. an expensive and inconvenient way for teachers to communicate with families.
Question 7...Cognitive development refers to
a. the continuing process of developing social and emotional maturity.
b. the continuing process of learning about the world and all of its many components.
c. the growth associated with the acquisition of coordination and strength.
d. the acquisition of skills needed to successfully move and use fine and gross motor muscles.
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