Introduction To Early Childhood Education & Services Mid-term Fall 2014
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- 1.The following are all factors that have led to the rise in the need for quality early childhood educators except ____.
- A.
Rise in single parent homes
- B.
Parents going back to college
- C.
Families are moving to find employment
- D.
Grandparents are still in the workforce
- 2.Check all the options below that are characteristics of a successful childhood educator.
- A.
Empathic
- B.
Quick Tempered
- C.
Compassionate
- D.
Understanding
- E.
Skilled Problem Solver
- F.
Impatient
- G.
Sensitive
- 3.Submitting to a Criminal Background check is required by all professionals working with children. They are looking specifically for crimes against _______.
- 4.Another legal responsibility is privacy and confidentiality. Under the ________ law, I can not share a child's information without written consent from the parent/guardian.
- 5.My last responsibility as a childcare professional is to become a ______ reporter, which means I must report all suspected child abuse to Child Protective Services.
- 6.Select all of the Communication Skills below. Remember the Employability Skills chart.
- A.
Speaking Skills
- B.
Responsibility & Commitment
- C.
Writing Skills
- D.
Reading Skills
- E.
Using reliable resources
- F.
Listening Skills
- G.
Work Ethic
- H.
Body Language
- 7.Check all the circumstances in which having math skills on the job would be beneficial.
- A.
Paycheck errors
- B.
Accrued days off
- C.
Preparing a presentation
- D.
Giving a speech
- E.
Maintaining a budget
- 8.Which of the following describe the characteristic Team Oriented?
- A.
Good leaders are persistent even when faced with difficult challenges. They keep focused and find/use resources to achieve desired goals.
- B.
Good leaders are honest and trustworthy. They are dependable and straightforward in communicating with others.
- C.
Good leaders are committed to the team effort. They collaborate, or work well with others, to achieve a common goal.
- D.
Good leaders are open minded and future oriented. They look to the future for opportunities and challenges.
- E.
Good leaders are aware and considerate of the feelings of others. They take the time to listen to others.
- 9.Which of the following describe the characteristic Consideration?
- A.
Good leaders are honest and trustworthy. They are dependable and straightforward in communicating with others.
- B.
Good leaders are committed to the team effort. They collaborate, or work well with others, to achieve a common goal.
- C.
Good leaders are open minded and future oriented. They look to the future for opportunities and challenges.
- D.
Good leaders are aware and considerate of the feelings of others. They take the time to listen to others.
- E.
Good leaders are persistent even when faced with difficult challenges. They keep focused and find/use resources to achieve desired goals.
- 10.Which of the following describe the characteristic Vision?
- A.
Good leaders are persistent even when faced with difficult challenges. They keep focused and find/use resources to achieve desired goals.
- B.
Good leaders are honest and trustworthy. They are dependable and straightforward in communicating with others.
- C.
Good leaders are committed to the team effort. They collaborate, or work well with others, to achieve a common goal.
- D.
Good leaders are open minded and future oriented. They look to the future for opportunities and challenges.
- E.
Good leaders are aware and considerate of the feelings of others. They take the time to listen to others.
- 11.Which of the following describe the characteristic Integrity?
- A.
Good leaders are persistent even when faced with difficult challenges. They keep focused and find/use resources to achieve desired goals.
- B.
Good leaders are honest and trustworthy. They are dependable and straightforward in communicating with others.
- C.
Good leaders are committed to the team effort. They collaborate, or work well with others, to achieve a common goal.
- D.
Good leaders are open minded and future oriented. They look to the future for opportunities and challenges.
- E.
Good leaders are aware and considerate of the feelings of others. They take the time to listen to others.
- 12.Which of the following describe the characteristic Perseverance?
- A.
Good leaders are honest and trustworthy. They are dependable and straightforward in communicating with others.
- B.
Good leaders are committed to the team effort. They collaborate, or work well with others, to achieve a common goal.
- C.
Good leaders are open minded and future oriented. They look to the future for opportunities and challenges.
- D.
Good leaders are aware and considerate of the feelings of others. They take the time to listen to others.
- E.
Good leaders are persistent even when faced with difficult challenges. They keep focused and find/use resources to achieve desired goals.
- 13.The first step in finding a job is to research what's available based on your qualifications.
- A.
True
- B.
False
- 14.It is ok to stop by and ask for a job application in your sweatpants as long as you are dressed to impress at the interview.
- A.
True
- B.
False
- 15.Be sure to read the instructions carefully before completing each section.
- A.
True
- B.
False
- 16.Print neatly using blue or pink ink.
- A.
True
- B.
False
- 17.If you don't have the address for a reference, it's still ok to list them as long as the phone number is correct.
- A.
True
- B.
False
- 18.Even if your resume goes onto multiple pages, make sure you provide detail about all your education and work experience.
- A.
True
- B.
False
- 19.On a resume you should always list education and work experience in reverse chronological order.
- A.
True
- B.
False
- 20.A cover letter should include highlights from your resume.
- A.
True
- B.
False
- 21.As long as you have typed your name, signing it isn't necessary.
- A.
True
- B.
False
- 22.Be sure to arrive on time to give yourself plenty of time to prepare.
- A.
True
- B.
False
- 23.It's helpful to drive to your location the day prior so you know how to get there and can plan accordingly the day of.
- A.
True
- B.
False
- 24.Check the boxes below that would suggest appropriate attire for a female attending an interview.
- A.
Black, 5 inch heels
- B.
Business suit
- C.
Brightly patterned blouse
- D.
Loose hair pulled back out of face
- E.
Closed toe flats, or small heel
- F.
Large purse to accommodate all materials
- G.
Minimal make up and perfume
- H.
Solid color button up
- I.
Pantyhose
- J.
Briefcase with at least 3 copies of your resume
- K.
Lots of jewelry
- 25.Check the boxes below that would suggest appropriate attire for a male attending an interview.
- A.
White socks with black shoes
- B.
Business suit
- C.
Solid colored tie
- D.
Rugged facial hair
- E.
Nice jeans with a jacket
- F.
Bookbag
- G.
Minimal cologne
- H.
Solid color button up
- I.
Briefcase with at least 3 copies of your resume
- J.
Lots of jewelry
- 26.At the beginning of an interview, you should ____ hands prior to sitting down.
- 27.To show that you are engaged in the conversation, you must always maintain ___ contact.
- 28.It's ok to ____ questions if you are unsure of what the interviewer is asking.
- 29.Following up with a ___________ letter is a great way to set yourself aside from the others.
- 30.Large and small motor skills as well as balance and coordination are all examples of which area of child development?
- A.
Physical
- B.
Intellectual
- C.
Emotional
- D.
Social
- 31.Check all of the items that fall under the areas of Intellectual Development.
- A.
Cognitive Development
- B.
Family Relationships
- C.
Sensorimotor
- D.
Concepts and Language
- E.
Self-Esteem
- F.
Temperament
- G.
Thinking Skills
- 32.All of the following are examples of emotional development except one.
- A.
Identity and Self Esteem
- B.
Trust and Attachment
- C.
Family Relationships
- D.
Temperament
- 33.According to Social and Ethical Development basics, peer relationships must be established prior to maintaining successful family relationships.
- A.
True
- B.
False
- 34.Development follows a similar ____ for each child. All children will go through the same stages, in about the same order.
- 35.Development rate depends on the ______. While most children go through the development stages in the same order, they will set their own pace.
- 36.Development is _____. Children will follow the same order of steps as they develop. They build on the skills they have already mastered to learn new skills.
- 37.Development is _______. Children are constantly changing. Toddlers will improve motor skills as they practice language skills.
- 38.Development is a ______ process. Development doesn't end with childhood.
- 39.Heredity, or a child's surroundings, plays a factor in their development.
- A.
True
- B.
False
- 40.A child's environment remains consistent after birth, which is why it is a huge factor that affects a child's development.
- A.
True
- B.
False
- 41.All of the following are prenatal development factors that can affect a child's development except which one?
- A.
Maternal health before birth
- B.
Prenatal drug use
- C.
The child's potential home environment
- D.
The birth process
- 42.Early childhood educators need to ensure that a child has plenty of exercise and rest in order to maintain their health and prevent the possibility of becoming at-risk due to health factors.
- A.
True
- B.
False
- 43.Developing routines- such as bathing, feeding, diapering, and dressing- help nurture a child's overall development.
- A.
True
- B.
False
- 44.Check all of the indicators listed below that would cause a child to be at risk physically
- A.
Behavior problems such as aggression
- B.
Drug exposure prior to birth
- C.
Physical disabilities
- D.
Inability to listen and concentrate
- E.
Early Isolation from others
- F.
Premature birth, low birth weight, or delivery problems
- G.
Malnutrition, low energy level
- 45.Check all the boxes below that indicate a at-risk factor intellectually.
- A.
Inability to listen, concentrate, or participate according to age and ability.
- B.
Lack of safety and security
- C.
Mental disabilities or other special needs
- D.
Significant delayed language for child's age and experiences
- E.
Toileting problems
- 46.Select all the indicators below that would identify an at-risk child emotionally.
- A.
Signs of childhood depression, such as sleep or toileting problems
- B.
Untreated illness of a family member
- C.
Behavior problems, especially aggression toward self and others
- D.
Significantly delayed language for child's age and experiences
- 47.Select the indicators below that would match an at risk student socially.
- A.
Signs of neglect or abuse
- B.
Early isolation from others
- C.
Family moves often
- D.
Exposure to domestic or community voilence
- 48.Check all the indicators below that would identify a student as at-risk based on environmental factors.
- A.
Lack of safety and security
- B.
Premature birth, low birth weight, delivery problems
- C.
Signs of neglect and abuse
- D.
Untreated mental illness of a family member
- E.
Exposure to domestic violence
- 49.Which of the following theorists created the "versus" stages which included Trust vs. Mistrust?
- A.
Abraham Maslow
- B.
Lev Vygotsky
- C.
Sigmund Freud
- D.
Erik Erikson
- 50.Which of the following theorists created a hierarchy of needs?
- A.
Jean Piaget
- B.
Abraham Maslow
- C.
Lev Vygotsky
- D.
Sigmund Freud
- 51.Which of the following theorist created the 4 stages of cognitive development which included the sensorimotor stage?
- A.
Abraham Maslow
- B.
Erik Erikson
- C.
Jean Piaget
- D.
Sigmund Freud
- 52.Check all the items that would you find in a health record for a child in preschool.
- A.
Doctor's report of overall health
- B.
Copy of the center's safety policy
- C.
List of immunizations
- D.
Information about known conditions, diseases, and other problems.
- E.
Parent handbook
- 53.Two types of pathogens are _______ and viruses.
- 54.Check the contagious diseases from the options below.
- A.
Influenza
- B.
Diaper Rash
- C.
Ear infections
- D.
Strep Throat
- E.
Colds
- 55.Check the non-contagious diseases out options below.
- A.
Influenza
- B.
Diaper Rash
- C.
Ear infections
- D.
Strep Throat
- E.
Colds
- 56.Universal Precautions are infection-control guidelines staff must follow to protect themselves about infectious disease and to _____ its spread.
- 57.Out of the options below, select all of the terms that are considered "Universal Precautions".
- A.
Handwashing
- B.
Disposal of Bio hazardous Material
- C.
Health Checks and Screenings
- D.
Wearing Gloves
- E.
Sanitizing Surfaces
- F.
Proper Immunizations
- G.
Environmental Disinfection
- 58.When treating a child that is choking using CPR is recommended.
- A.
True
- B.
False
- 59.If a child stops breathing but still has a heartbeat a staff member must breathe for the child. This is called rescue breathing.
- A.
True
- B.
False
- 60.CPR is used when a heartbeat or pulse is not detected for 10 minutes.
- A.
True
- B.
False
- 61.An AED must only be used to administer electrical shock if the person is still conscious.
- A.
True
- B.
False
- 62.Accidental poisoning is not a very serious medical emergency if you know what the child ingested.
- A.
True
- B.
False
- 63.911 as well as the local poison control must always be posted next to the telephone for easy access.
- A.
True
- B.
False
- 64.Which of the following is described as an extreme sensitivity to a common substance?
- A.
Allergies
- B.
Asthma
- C.
Diabetes
- D.
Drug Exposure
- E.
Head Lice
- F.
HIV
- 65.Which of the following is described as a virus that attacks and slowly weakens the immune system?
- A.
Allergies
- B.
Asthma
- C.
Diabetes
- D.
Drug Exposure
- E.
Head Lice
- F.
HIV
- 66.Which of the following is described as a condition in which the body doesn't make enough of a chemical called insulin?
- A.
Allergies
- B.
Asthma
- C.
Diabetes
- D.
Drug Exposure
- E.
Head Lice
- F.
HIV
- 67.Which of the following describes small insects that live on the scalp in human hair?
- A.
Allergies
- B.
Asthma
- C.
Diabetes
- D.
Drug Exposure
- E.
Head Lice
- F.
HIV
- 68.Which of the following describes a lung condition that makes it difficult to breathe?
- A.
Allergies
- B.
Asthma
- C.
Diabetes
- D.
Drug Exposure
- E.
Head Lice
- F.
HIV
- 69.Which of the following can severely impact a child's development during prenatal development and breastfeeding?
- A.
Allergies
- B.
Asthma
- C.
Diabetes
- D.
Drug Exposure
- E.
Head Lice
- F.
HIV
- 70.A broad term that describes the supervision and care of children that are outside your immediate family is called ___.
- 71._____, or required by law.
- 72.______ describes how a person reacts to different situations and is usually set at birth.
- 73.__________ are the nerve cells in your brain.
- 74.The electrical connections in your brain are called ____.
- 75._____ are vaccinations that children get in order to help fight off various diseases.
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