In the Connect the Dots: How Neuroscience Supports Theory and ...

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In the Connect the Dots: How Neuroscience Supports Theory and Developmentally Appropriate Practices, DAP is linked with various learning theories. In what three areas does theory knowledge specifically guide the implementation of DAP?
 
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Question 2

Respond in a paragraph to each of these basic conditions for learning. Include in your answer how you would address them.
  a.
  Learning must be real.
  b.
  Learning must be rewarding.
  c.
  Learning must build on childrens lives.
  d.
  Learning needs a good stage.
 
  What will be an ideal response?

[kaykay69]

Answer to Question 1

ANSWER:

• Theories serve as a guide for assessing the developmental levels of children.


• Theory provides direction for program structure.


• Theories can serve as a bridge between different cultural views of education.

Answer to Question 2

ANSWER:
Four conditions for learning and supporting descriptions are:
a.
Learning must be real: Teach about bodies, families, and neighborhoods. Use concrete materials instead of pictures, for example.
b.
Learning must be rewarding: Include time to try, make mistakes, improve, and encourage improvement by providing atmosphere of acceptance and of giving feedback.
c.
Learning must build on childrens lives: Connect the program to the home. Involve families and the childrens individual cultures in the school setting, help the family be welcome, understand, and support the school.
d.
Learning needs a good stage: Care for childrens health, emotional and mental, as well as physical; arrange the environment carefully; plan a sequential schedule with flexibility; interact with children and adults respectfully and clearly.

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