CDA Subject Area 2 - online course

1. Define print knowledge as it relates to a preschool classroom.
2. Describe how sign language can be used as a means of communication with infants
3. Demonstrate an understanding of how available materials and equipment guide activity development
4. Identify ways to support children’s development using the arts.
5. Describe and Demonstrate arts integration strategies to develop verbal and written language.
6. Demonstrate the importance of using various strategies to develop language and communication skills.
7. Identify the importance of language and literacy development in early childhood.
8. Identify strategies to support language and literacy development in early childhood.
9. Recognize the importance of music in both child development and curriculum.
10. Identify strategies to increase scientific inquiry in the infant and toddler classroom
11. Demonstrate an understanding of cognitive development as it relates to science in infants and toddlers.
12. Give examples of developmentally appropriate musical activities for children.
13. Define active play in the early childhood classroom and describe its benefits for young children.
14. Describe strategies to incorporate mathematics into teaching practices.
15. Demonstrate understanding of children's general knowledge that supports emerging math skills
16. Identify the importance of math instruction with young children.
17. Select activities to focus on play, exploration, and constructive approaches to learning math.
18. Describe open-ended art concepts.

Criteria to earn CEUs:

Certificates are awarded when the following criteria have been met by the learner:

1. Class has been paid in full
2. All material has been reviewed
3. All review questions and final test have been completed with a passing score of 80% or higher.

Learning Assessment Method:

Learners will be assessed through questions after every section is completed. Learners will not be allowed to proceed to the next section of the training until all questions have been answered correctly. Learners will be presented with a final test composed of true/false and multiple choice questions. Upon successful completion of the training, learners will receive their certificate by email.

Learning Methodology:

Online material will be presented in the form of slides, accompanied with speech. Videos will be used to demonstrate ideas and concepts. Charts and tables will be used for illustration.

Logistics/Required Technology:

A stable internet connection is required for the completion of this course. Users are highly encouraged to take their online course on Google Chrome on either a laptop or desktop computer. Speakers and/or headphones are also required to hear speech.

Payment Policy:

Payments need to be made in full. No refunds will be issued after starting the class.

Proprietary or conflict of interest disclosure:

Unless otherwise stated in the course description none of H & H subject matter experts and editor has any conflict or proprietary interests related to the material they prepared in this course.

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No prerequisites are required for the completion of this course.