Description
Instructions
In this assignment, you will be researching and evaluating three different types of programs for responsive caregiving.
Select three programs from different categories below:
- – Accredited
- – Early Head Start
- – Family Childcare
- – Center-Based
- – Non-Traditional
- – Montessori
Part One – Research and Chart
- Research the three different programs selected.
- Research can be conducted online, in person, or a combination.
- Create a chart containing the following three sections:
- Identify Section – Elements of responsive caregiving.
- Program Section – Each program’s name, address, phone number, and website.
- Evidence and Analysis Section – Evidence and analysis of responsive caregiving from each program.
Part Two – Key Elements, Programs, Evidence, and Analysis
- Identify the key elements of responsive caregiving.
- List all three selected program’s information
- Each program’s name, address, phone number, and website.
- Provide analysis of evidence that addresses the following:
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- If responsive caregiving was identified –
- What text, media, or visuals helped you to identify the elements of responsive caregiving?
- Cite specific examples from the program’s materials.
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- If responsive caregiving was not identified –
- Why didn’t you feel that the elements of responsive caregiving were included?
- Cite specific examples from the program’s materials.
- Do you think these programs support appropriate infant and toddler curriculum? Why or why not?
- Cite specific examples from the program’s materials.
- If responsive caregiving was not identified –
- If responsive caregiving was identified –
Visit Course Materials – Research and Resources and Early Childhood Websites to use for this assignment. Submit your completed assignment by following the directions linked below. Please check the Course Calendar for specific due dates.
Save your assignment as a Microsoft Word document. (Mac users, please remember to append the “.docx” extension to the filename.) The name of the file should be your first initial and last name, followed by an underscore and the name of the assignment, and an underscore and the date. An example is shown below:
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