CCEI122- Active Learning in Early Childhood - …

1 ccei122 - Active Learning in Early Childhood - HandoutWelcome to ccei122 This course presents practical methods for integrating movement and Active involvement across allcurriculum areas, including art, language arts, mathematics, music, science, and social studies. Course Objectives:By taking notes on the handout and successfully answering assessment questions, participants will meetthe following objectives as a result of completing this Active learningIdentify differences between authentic, Active Learning , and rote learningIdentify examples of Active learningIdentify effective modes of Learning for young childrenDefine bodily/kinesthetic intelligenceIdentify the role of Active Learning in brain development and the development of cognitive skillsIdentify the importance of cooperative learningIdentify appropriate movement-based activities for use in all content areas of the Early childhoodcurriculumDuring this course.

2 Participants are expected to reflect and write about topics related to their ownlearning and teaching experiences in relation to course content. References:Bresson, L. (2018). Bringing Active Play Indoors. Teaching Young , C., Bredekamp, S. (2009). Developmentally Appropriate Practice in Early Childhood Programs, 3rdEdition. NAEYC; Washington , Lissanna. (2014). Foundations and Best Practices in Early Childhood Education. Pearson Higher , K. (2017). The Importance of Play in Child Development. Retrieved , R. (2017). Active Learning Across the Curriculum. CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform. Pica, R. (2007). Jump into literacy: Active Learning for preschool children.

3 Beltsville, MD: Gryphon , R. (2009). Jump into math: Active Learning for preschool children. Beltsville, MD: Gryphon , George S. (2016). Fundamentals of Early Childhood Education 8th Edition. Pearson Education,Inc., Upper Saddle River, Resources:Fauth, B. (1990). Linking the visual arts with drama, movement, and dance for the young child. In (Ed.) Moving and Learning for the young child (pp. 159-187). Reston, VA: , H. (1993). Frames of mind: The theory of multiple intelligences. New York: Basic , S. (1996). Cooperative Learning in physical education. Champaign, IL: Human , C. (2005). Smart moves: Why Learning is not all in your head. Salt Lake City: Great , E.

4 (1931). Eurhythmics, art, and education (F. Rothwell, Trans.; C. Cox, Ed.). New , E. (2000). Learning with the body in mind. Thousand Oaks, CA: Corwin , A. (1992). No contest: The case against competition. New York: Houghton Mifflin. What Is Active Learning ?1 of 3 The Difference between Active and Rote Learning The Rationale for Active Versus Rote Learning Using the Senses Bodily/Kinesthetic Intelligence Active Learning and Brain Development Active Learning and Cognitive Development Active Learning and Social/Emotional Development Active Learning across the Early Childhood Curriculum Art: Concepts and Suggested Activities2 of 3 Language Arts: Concepts and Suggested Activities Mathematics: Concepts and Suggested Activities: Concepts and Suggested Activities Science: Concepts and Suggested Activities Social Studies.

5 Concepts and Suggested Activities 3 of 3