Identify the three sources of information for teachers to use in decision-making, using examples.
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Question 2Discuss several of the child development principles from the DAP position statement. For each, clarify the meaning,
giving examples of the principle at work.
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Question 3What were some of the objections to the first DAP position statement?
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Question 4Name one of the twelve principles that are included in the position statement.
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Question 5What does a position statement help practitioners do?
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Question 6Which statement is a misunderstanding of DAP?
a. DAP is appropriate for all children.
b. DAP is incompatible with early learning standards.
c. DAP includes no early academics.
d. DAP is appropriate for children with special needs.
Question 7The most important knowledge for teachers making developmentally appropriate decisions is
a. knowledge of local guidelines.
b. knowledge of school readiness guidelines.
c. child development knowledge.
d. knowledge of state early learning standards
Question 8Interrelated dimensions of early childhood practice include all EXCEPT
a. establishing reciprocal relationships with families.
b. establishing professional relationships with other colleagues.
c. assessing childrens learning and development.
d. creating a caring community of learners
Question 9Early childhood teachers make many decisions including all EXCEPT
a. best guidance methods for families to use.
b. strategies to meet goals for children.
c. appropriate curriculum and materials.
d. how to meet needs of individual children.