Recognize that children develop independence at different stages.
Recognize that children develop independence at different stages. Understand the importance of knowing the stages of development. Discover how our early childhood education and child care centers support children's individual growth and independence.Trainings incorporating this outcome
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Related Outcomes
- Recognize the importance of knowing the stages of development
- Describe the stages of emotional development in young children.
- Distinguish how to adapt arts and crafts for younger children and children with different abilities.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the cognitive and language stages of development in children five to twelve years of age
- Recognize the importance of knowing the stages of development.
- Recognize the importance of observing and gathering information related to children and youth's development.
- Describe the stages of grief and the different ways children react to grief and stress.
- Recognize the impact of unexpected changes on children and youth.
- Demonstrate understanding of brain development in young children.
- Recognize the importance of consistency, continuity, and responsiveness in supporting pro-social behaviors in children.
- Demonstrate an understanding of brain development in children birth through age three
- Identify different learning styles of young children
- Describe the importance of providing opportunities for children to practice independence.
- Identify ways to support children’s development using the arts.
- Identify the stages and milestones of development
- Recognize the importance of a positive and respectful attitude in working with all children and their families.
- Demonstrate an understanding of brain development in young children.
- Define social emotional development in young children
- Identify stages and milestones of development for ages 1 to 5
- Recognize the importance of music in both child development and curriculum.
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