NatureVsNurture
Child Development
Reflection Papers
Assignment Specifications and Grading Criteria
(NAEYC 1a, 1b, 2a, 4a, SS1; IPTS 2F, 1B, 1A, 8D; Gateways Core Content Areas A1, F36, A3, A7, D23, D25, D22, G18, A4, E23, D22, G18, E41, A3, A4, A9, A14, B2, D21, G18, D22, G18, E1, E9)
OVERALL DESCRIPTION:
The purpose of this assignment is to explore various topics in early childhood development. You will write four (4) separate papers, one for each topic.
Content
After reading the articles provided by your instructor, address ONE topic in each of your papers:
1. Reflection 1: Think about personal characteristics/traits you have. Reflect on which you believe have come from nature (inherited/genetic) and those that were nurtured (environment/relationships). Examine these characteristics/traits in terms of physical, social, emotional, cognitive and language development. Address how these characteristics impact your personal learning. (IPTS 1B; NAEYC 1b, SS1; Gateways A1, F36)
2. Reflection 2: Think about cultural and gender differences and how children learn and perceive these differences. How can this information effect how a teacher should communicate with a child? (IPTS 1A; NAEYC 4a; Gateways A7, D23)
3. Reflection 3: Reflect on your thoughts about how students construct knowledge and acquire new skills. How can this information affect a child learning a new skill? (IPTS 2F, NAEYC 1a, Gateways A3)
4. Reflection 4: Talk with a teacher about parent involvement in either an early childhood, elementary or middle school setting. What benefits and issues were identified in your discussion? What strategies can you identify to support building family relationships? (IPTS 8D, NAEYC 2a; Gateways D25)
Your opinions and personal thoughts should be included. Provide evidence of your article reading to support your interpretations. Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the above topics. Apply these ideas to your own personal experiences.
Written Work
Reflection Papers
Assignment Specifications and Grading Criteria
(NAEYC 1a, 1b, 2a, 4a, SS1; IPTS 2F, 1B, 1A, 8D; Gateways Core Content Areas A1, F36, A3, A7, D23, D25, D22, G18, A4, E23, D22, G18, E41, A3, A4, A9, A14, B2, D21, G18, D22, G18, E1, E9)
OVERALL DESCRIPTION:
The purpose of this assignment is to explore various topics in early childhood development. You will write four (4) separate papers, one for each topic.
Content
After reading the articles provided by your instructor, address ONE topic in each of your papers:
1. Reflection 1: Think about personal characteristics/traits you have. Reflect on which you believe have come from nature (inherited/genetic) and those that were nurtured (environment/relationships). Examine these characteristics/traits in terms of physical, social, emotional, cognitive and language development. Address how these characteristics impact your personal learning. (IPTS 1B; NAEYC 1b, SS1; Gateways A1, F36)
2. Reflection 2: Think about cultural and gender differences and how children learn and perceive these differences. How can this information effect how a teacher should communicate with a child? (IPTS 1A; NAEYC 4a; Gateways A7, D23)
3. Reflection 3: Reflect on your thoughts about how students construct knowledge and acquire new skills. How can this information affect a child learning a new skill? (IPTS 2F, NAEYC 1a, Gateways A3)
4. Reflection 4: Talk with a teacher about parent involvement in either an early childhood, elementary or middle school setting. What benefits and issues were identified in your discussion? What strategies can you identify to support building family relationships? (IPTS 8D, NAEYC 2a; Gateways D25)
Your opinions and personal thoughts should be included. Provide evidence of your article reading to support your interpretations. Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the above topics. Apply these ideas to your own personal experiences.
Written Work