Early childhood science study guide ( BY: MONICA HERNANDEZ)

Do all science projects need to be planned in detail? Explain why or why not.

No, because most successful experiences go unplanned.

Choose one digital device and describe how it could be integrated into the early learning center curriculum.

A digital device may be a digital camera and that can be integrated into the early learning center curriculum as it may be used to take pictures of anything the child wants like art pieces, block building and it/ the pictures were taken will overall help the child reflect upon the process of learning.

Why should a teacher avoid giving a child unneeded input during science activities?

A teacher should avoid giving a child unneeded input during science activities as it may sometimes stop children's curiosity, thereby limiting their very desire to keep experimenting.

List the contents that should be included in a technology area.

Contents of a technology area may include child-sized computer tables, 1-2 laptops , color printer , headphones, paper and lastly internet connection.

Name four ways to teach science concepts using other types of activities. Of these four ways, explain one in detail.

Four ways to teach science concepts using other types of activities would be water, color, bodies, and food .

Why is it important for young children to learn about technology?

It is important for young children to learn about technology so that children can stay consistent with their day to day technology.

Five basic process skills?

Observing objects using the five senses; Drawing conclusions from observations based on the knowledge gained from past experiences; Classifying objects into sets based upon one or more observable properties; Comparing sets of objects by measuring and counting; Communicating by describing objects, relationships, and also occurrences.

What type of question promotes discussion? What type of question tends to require only one-word answers?

Questions that promote discussion are open-ended questions. Questions that tend to require one-word answers are close-ended questions.

What are the definitions of science, technology, and STEM?

Science is the study of natural processes and technology are the tools used for science, and the STEM is an acronym for science, technology, engineering, and math.

List three reasons why science should be studied.

Science should be studied because science is a way of thinking and trying to understand the world, children will explore and question which leads to active learning, and it involves a hands-on approach for both process and products which involves sights, sounds, and smells.

Name five criteria for selecting software for young children.

The content is built around an educational goal. It is as well easy to use/ navigate for independent use . Also, it is age-appropriate in interest, skill level, and subject matter. Aside from that, the software should teach a process , skill or concept. As well as allows for trial and error. Lastly, the software for young children should provide simple, clear , spoken instructions.

What is the main concern about having animals in an early childhood classroom? Name four animals to avoid according to the CDC.

The main concern about having animals in an early childhood classroom is that they can cause children to become sick if they have a disease. Also 4 animals to avoid according to the CDC are ducks, foxes, apes, bats, frogs and lastly snakes.

Describe how a teacher should introduce a digital device to a child.

The teacher would first familiarize the child with the device and then, later on, start naming the hardware. Further on the teacher would demonstrate keys and buttons to the child as well as how they are used to control the device. After that, the teacher would then show the child how to hold and use the mouse and the right way of placing hands over the child-sized keyboard. After that just let the children or child explore, experiment with an easy to run and developmentally appropriate program.

Where should a technology area be placed?

The technology area should be placed in a quiet and dry area of the class with a low traffic area to prevent/avoid interruptions.

List three processes that science activities should give children the opportunity to do.

Three processes that science activities should give children the opportunity to do are note differences and similarities, make predictions and solve problems, develop interests and skills.