Early Childhood Field Essay

During my observation at the preschool here at Harper, I looked around and realized a lot of similarities and differences it has; compared to other daycare and preschool centers. The age of children in the room I observed was ages 3-5 with one lead teacher, and depending on the ratio of how many kids showed up on that day, about three or four helping teachers. The program was set up to a very open, happy and overwhelming setting. Every furniture and object in the room had a sign saying what it was, and then underneath the typed out word was the children’s way of writing what the object was. For example, a book shelf was in the corner of the room; on the book shelf was the word printed out “Book

“Play is developmentally appropriate for primary-age children and can provide them with opportunities that enrich the learning experience” (Copple & Bredekamp 2009). Early childhood education holds two main focuses; a child-based focus and a family-based focus. Early childhood education has positive outcomes on the child through their learning experiences, and their growth and development. Based on the family, the results of early education happen through the communication that the family has with the educators and by the encouragement they get from within themselves, and also from the educators.

At 6 weeks infants develop a social smile, at 3 month laughter and curiosity develop, at 4 months full responsive smiles emerge, from 4-8 months they develop anger, from 9014 months they develop a fear of social events, at 12 months the are fearful of unexpected sights and sounds, and at 18 months they are self-aware, feel pride, shame, and embarrassment. In the first two years, infants develop from reactive pain and pleasure to complex patterns of social awareness. Emotions in infants are produced from their body as opposed to their thoughts. Therefore fast and uncensored reactions are common in infants. During their toddler years, the strength of their emotions will increase.

Lyndon Johnson’s War on Poverty also stemmed from his passing of landmark bills to achieve his Great Society. LBJ was a fine president who did innumerable things while in office to help the American people; However, with every man comes flaws. For LBJ, these flaws can be seen more in his personal life than through his policy making as President.

Throughout the ECCE 1101 Introduction to Early Childhood course at Savannah Technical College there were several theorists introduced in the course that had a major impact on molding the foundation for an understanding of early childhood as a whole. Although the scope covered a broad spectrum of early childhood, majority of the main focus was on early education. The work of Lev Vygotsky greatly influenced the field of early education. This paper will include a brief summary of Vygotsky’s life, a description of his major ideas, and how those ideas impact early education today.

Lyndon B. Johnson achieved important things during his administration. He administered financial aid and medical care. He liberalized the immigration policy, he surpassed the Soviet Union in the space race, he ratified the 25th Amendment, and he enacted the Voting Rights Act of 1965. Johnson did more than any other president concerning the War on Poverty! He was successful in many areas but not all of them. LBJs society might have been successful, but he deprived his Great Society of its energies needed by committing them to the war resulting in the Great Society doing very little. He also allocated the money needed to abolish poverty to search-and-destroy missions. During LBJs presidency, we were in the middle of the Vietnam War which he called the “no need” country. Instead of withdrawing America from the war, he escalated our position and involvement in it which resulted in many lives being lost. These failures were major during the LBJ administration! As time progressed, Johnson faced the challenge of keeping his Great Society alive and prosperous. His society began to unravel as a result of the opposition he was facing. Johnson received the Democratic caucus’s disapproval and lack of support. He was receiving opposition as a result of the U.S deeper involvement in the war, there were many anti-war marches. Riots were spreading across America

At Apple Creek Preschool, our half day preschool programs for two, three and four year olds and pre-kindergarten classes are divided into AM and PM sessions. Enroll your child in whatever class is convenient for you. Each program has a curriculum designed with its age group in mind. Apple Creek Private Preschool is the only National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) accredited school in Frisco.

Jackson is a happy, outgoing, and a caring little boy. He communicates well and has excellent language. Jackson shows pride in accomplishments and has strong problem solving skills. Jackson loves to swim, enjoys fishing with his dad, running shopping errands with parents, and setting the table in the home environment. He likes to play with toys. His favorite toys include cars, trucks, planes, Legos, and anything else can build with. He likes playing on the IPAD. He tends to be very busy most of the time. He is cooperative in preferred activities and often interacts comfortably with familiar adults. He sometimes complies with simple directions, after negotiations and adult support, when engaged in an preferred activity and non-preferred activities. Jackson has strong play schemes skills that have advanced his cognitive, communication, and social skills. He prefers one on one instruction, clear expectations, and routines as well as social stories.

The research is important because it is the beginning of something new. There is not much research on this specific topic however in today’s world we have a high need for leaders, so we are trying to train our future leaders now so in five years or so we don’t have to re-teach them everything they should have learned and retrained five years ago.

Psychology involves studying the mental functioning and general behaviors of both humans and animals. Social behavior and mental functioning of an individual are explained by exploring the neurological and physiological processes. These include emotions, cognition, perception, motivation, attention, brain functioning and personality. Child psychology is as well stated to be the application of psychological techniques to children where it involves carrying out research on mental states and development of children. The development of the child both physically, mentally and emotionally, with the help of a parent allows the identification of helpful information to any evolving challenges in child’s behavior and

Estes, LA., Krogh, S. (2012) Pathways to Teaching Young Children: An Introduction to Early Childhood Education. San Diego, CA: Bridgepoint Educati

The education of the young mind is an important step in preparing the child for future learning experiences. The evolution of early childhood education has changed how adults and parents view the importance of offering stimulating and exciting opportunities to the very young. Early childhood Education offers the young child learning experiences that benefit them throughout their educational career. They soon embark on a whole new world of learning. These children are not only experiencing standard brain growth, but verbal and physical skills as well. Early childhood education teachers use a variation of techniques for instructing. They use lesson plans, worksheets, and even teacher resources for these young minds.

     Child Psychology, study of children’s behavior-including physical, cognitive, motor, linguistic, perceptual, social, and emotional characteristics-from birth through adolescence. Child psychologists attempt to explain the similarities and differences among children and to describe normal as well as abnormal behavior and development. They also develop methods of treating social, emotional, and learning problems and provide therapy privately and in schools, hospitals, and other institutions.

The Early Development and Learning program follows the Early Childhood Education program with the exception of the student teaching experience. Early development and learning majors take part in an internship. Students of this major are not eligible for teaching certification.

In this essay I am going to show my understanding of a child's early emotional development based on the psychoanalytical view of child development. I will show how emotional skills gained in the early years can be of a significant relevance to later life. I will show my understanding by illustrating it with the clinical material. Although I am focusing on the psychoanalytical approach to child development I believe that it is beneficial to present also some general background knowledge of child development.