Baseline Survey

before doing any course readings, please post your answer to the following questions:

150 words for each question

1. Describe your perceptions of and experiences with young children Ages 0-8.
2. Which early childhood theorists can you name that studied young children and what are your perceptions of these theorists?
3. Why do you think play and observation are such important parts of the early childhood classroom?
4. Why do you think we put as much emphasis on physical and social emotional development for young children as we do on cognitive or academic development?
5. Why are parents or guardians a vital partner in early childhood education and how do we best partner with them in your experience?