Now that you have an understanding of how to conduct quality research, you will use those skills to complete this module’s course project assignment. This section of the course project consists of three parts; an annotated bibliography, embracing culture and customs, and supporting special needs and disabilities.

All three parts will be combined in a single document. The entire document should be a minimum of five-pages (not counting the title page and reference page).

Part 1: Annotated Bibliography

In this part of the assignment, you will create an annotated bibliography that will help you complete the remaining parts of this project assignment.

To complete this part of the course project, do the following:

1. Identify five (5) credible resources pertaining to a culture or cultural customs that you would like to know more about. You will use these resources as supportive information in Part 2 of this assignment.
2. Identify five (5) credible resources pertaining to a special need or disability you may encounter in your program. You will use these resources as supportive information in Part 3 of this assignment.
3. Summarize each of the resources you found and reflect on how they pertain to early childhood education.

Use the tips, videos, and links located in the Quality Research and Best Practices lecture or refer to this Library and Learning Services Annotated Bibliography Guide to create an APA-formatted annotated bibliography.

Part 2: Embracing Culture and Customs

In this part of the assignment, you will explore a culture or custom that you may see in your program or would like to know more about (for example, celebrations or holidays, dances, music, daily customs, language, or clothing).

In a minimum of two-pages, address the following:

1. Describe the custom of cultural difference.
2. How might this child and family’s culture differ from what you are used to? In what ways is it similar to your own lifestyle?
3. What are the benefits of cultural diversity in an early childhood education setting?
4. What could you do to support or embrace this cultural difference in your program?
5. What else would you like to know about this culture that you didn’t find in your research?
6. Use at least one (1) credible resource from your annotated bibliography.

Be detailed in your writing using specific facts and examples. Be sure to utilize supportive information from the resources you listed in your Annotated Bibliography. Cite each source as it is used with in-text citation.

Part 3: Supporting Special Needs and Disabilities

In this part of the assignment, you will explore a special need or disability that you may encounter in your program or would like to know more about.

In a minimum of two-pages, address the following:

1. Describe the special need or disability.
2. How might the needs of this child differ from the needs of others in your program? How are they similar to the other children?
3. What are the benefits of inclusion in an early childhood education setting?
4. What could you do to support or accommodate this child in your program?
5. Include information about how you will collaborate with other parties (parents, therapeutic service providers, etc.) to provide environmental and curriculum modifications, support, and help with goal achievement.
6. Describe any personal experiences, insights, and biases you had prior to researching this topic. Describe how your research in this module has changed or reinforced your beliefs or perspectives.
7. Use at least one (1) credible resource from your annotated bibliography.