13ECE430ComprehensiveProgramExam.docx

TOPIC

SUBJECTS

Learner Development

•Cognitive Development •Social & Emotional Development

•Language Development

•Memory & Thought Development

•Moral Development

•Physical & Motor Development

Learning Differences

•Special Needs Populations

*Impairments

*Disorders

*Disabilities

*Exceptional Students

Learning Environments

•Importance of Environment

•Effective, Healthy and Safe Learning Environments

•Emotionally Supportive and Equitable Environment

Content Knowledge

•Assessment

•Classroom Management & Teacher Role

•Family Communication & Partnerships

•Health & Safety

•Supportive Instruction

Application of Content

•Cognitive, Language, Physical, Social & Self Development

•Effective Communication Systems

•Schools, Media, and Culture

Assessment

• Methods of Assessment

• Choosing appropriate forms of assessment

• Using Assessment Data to inform instruction

• Informing parents about assessments

• Alternative assessments

Planning for Instruction

• Creating outdoor learning environments

• Using centers in the classroom to meet academic needs

• Using centers in the classroom to meet developmental needs

• Integrating technology into the classroom

Instructional Strategies

• Applying theory to practice

• Using appropriate strategies for infants and toddlers through Kindergarten

• Planning Curriculum

• Using appropriate strategies to differentiate instruction

Professional Learning and Ethical Practice

• Being a knowledgeable and reflective practitioner

• Building Supportive Relationships with families and the community

• Creating a classroom community

• Maintaining professionalism

• Understanding diversity and inclusion

Leadership and Collaboration

• Building partnerships with families, community groups, and community resources

• Establishing and maintain collaborative relationships

• Social Policy issues

• Societal influence on children and families