Reference no: EM133487206
Assignment: Report on ECE Curriculum Models
Directions
There are a variety of curriculum models and approaches utilized in early childhood education. Six common models have been covered in this lecture. You will be creating a report with a table to compare these models.
Complete the attached table to compare and contrast the different components of each of these six models. Note that the assignment must be completed using the provided template to earn full credit. As you complete the assignment be sure to:
I. Review the first page of the document above the table, which contains a list of question prompts. Utilize the questions as a guide to help you fill in the cells of the table.
1. Note that you do NOT need to answer these questions on the first page. They are only a guide to help you fill in the correct information on the table.
II. Review the first row of the table on Head Start, which has been filled in as an example for you.
III. Then, complete the remaining rows on the table for the five curriculum models listed. When filling in the table:
1. Include at least two details in each cell
2. Ensure each detail in the cell is separated by a space or listed with bullet points to help differentiate one detail from another.
Include the following information for each of the remaining models listed:
I. Approach to learning
Question 1. What is the educational theory or rationale behind the methodology used in the classroom?
II. Role of the child
Question 1. What is the child's role in their own learning?
Question 2. How is child development viewed in the model?
III. Role of the teacher
Question 1. What is the teacher's role in the classroom in regard to the child's learning in each model?
Question 2. How does the teacher facilitate learning? What other duties does he/she have?
IV. Pros
Question 1. What are the positive aspects of each model?
Question 2. Why is each model effective?
V. Cons
Question 1. What are the criticisms of each model?
Question 2. Are there barriers to the implementation of the model?