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TOPIC
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SUBJECTS
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Learner Development
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•Cognitive Development •Social & Emotional Development
•Language Development
•Memory & Thought Development
•Moral Development
•Physical & Motor Development
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Learning Differences
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•Special Needs Populations
*Impairments
*Disorders
*Disabilities
*Exceptional Students
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Learning Environments
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•Importance of Environment
•Effective, Healthy and Safe Learning Environments
•Emotionally Supportive and Equitable Environment
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Content Knowledge
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•Assessment
•Classroom Management & Teacher Role
•Family Communication & Partnerships
•Health & Safety
•Supportive Instruction
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Application of Content
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•Cognitive, Language, Physical, Social & Self Development
•Effective Communication Systems
•Schools, Media, and Culture
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Assessment
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• Methods of Assessment
• Choosing appropriate forms of assessment
• Using Assessment Data to inform instruction
• Informing parents about assessments
• Alternative assessments
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Planning for Instruction
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• 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
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Instructional Strategies
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• Applying theory to practice
• Using appropriate strategies for infants and toddlers through Kindergarten
• Planning Curriculum
• Using appropriate strategies to differentiate instruction
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Professional Learning and Ethical Practice
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• Being a knowledgeable and reflective practitioner
• Building Supportive Relationships with families and the community
• Creating a classroom community
• Maintaining professionalism
• Understanding diversity and inclusion
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Leadership and Collaboration
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• Building partnerships with families, community groups, and community resources
• Establishing and maintain collaborative relationships
• Social Policy issues
• Societal influence on children and families
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