ECH335 All Modules Discussions

ECH-335: Instructional Teaching Methodologies: Language, Math, Science, Social Studies, and the Arts

ECH 335 Module 1 DQ 1

 

Briefly describe the three important developmental factors in relationships and learning throughout the first 3 years of life. What impact do you think they have on future cognitive, emotional, and social development? How would you plan a supportive environment?

 

ECH 335 Module 1 DQ 2

 

List the influences on children’s development and learning. Which ones do you think you would have the most influence over in your classroom practice? Why?

 

ECH-335: Instructional Teaching Methodologies: Language, Math, Science, Social Studies, and the Arts

ECH 335 Module 2 DQ 1

 

Give an example of how modern technology/research has changed your perspective on how infants/young children learn. How did your perspective change because of this and what are the implications for you as a classroom teacher?

 

ECH 335 Module 2 DQ 2

 

What are mental representations and why are they a critical factor in the ability of young children to create and use symbols?

 

ECH-335: Instructional Teaching Methodologies: Language, Math, Science, Social Studies, and the Arts

ECH 335 Module 3 DQ 1

 

What are content and learning standards? Why are they important?

 

ECH 335 Module 3 DQ 2

 

What is the most important difference between purely student-centered and purely teacher-centered philosophies? Are they both valid? Why or why not?

 

ECH-335: Instructional Teaching Methodologies: Language, Math, Science, Social Studies, and the Arts

ECH 335 Module 4 DQ 1

 

How early does concept formation begin in child development related to literacy? How would you support this development in an early learning setting?

 

ECH 335 Module 4 DQ 2

 

How are the literacy standards categorized? Why do you think they are arranged this way?

 

ECH-335: Instructional Teaching Methodologies: Language, Math, Science, Social Studies, and the Arts

ECH 335 Module 5 DQ 1

 

What is the difference between content standards and process standards for math and science? Why are both included in appropriate instruction?

 

ECH 335 Module 5 DQ 2

 

According to the latest research, when does concept formation in math and science begin in child development?

 

ECH 335 Module 6 DQ 1

 

In this module, you have learned about the 10 themes in social studies. What are the 5 strands in social studies? Are all 10 themes represented in the strands? Explain.

 

ECH 335 Module 6 DQ 2

 

How can you build conceptual knowledge related to the themes in social studies in young children?

 

ECH-335: Instructional Teaching Methodologies: Language, Math, Science, Social Studies, and the Arts

ECH 335 Module 7 DQ 1

 

What are the characteristics and types of play? Why are they significant to learning?

 

ECH 335 Module 7 DQ 2

 

What are some inhibitors of play for today’s children? Will this make a difference to their learning capacities?

 

ECH-335: Instructional Teaching Methodologies: Language, Math, Science, Social Studies, and the Arts

ECH 335 Module 8 DQ 1

 

What are reciprocal relationships with families? Why are they important?

 

ECH 335 Module 8 DQ 2

 

What are some factors that influence the success of a reciprocal relationship with families? What is your role as a teacher?