Program Models

Summary

Lesson on different philosophies and the programs established for each.

Materials

Power point projector or notes from lesson plan, worksheet for each student. Good videos on this subject offered by Davidson Films (916-753-9604) or http://davidsonfilms.com/

Background for Teachers

It would be helpful to read the text on Program models.

Student Prior Knowledge

Helpful to have worked in child care or visited a number of different kinds of daycares.

Intended Learning Outcomes

Students will understand the differences of the three different philosophies and the types of child care establishments that reflect these philosophies.

Instructional Procedures

Power point presentation to be accompanied with Program Model work paper. Follow up with visits to a preschool of each of the different models. Evaluate each.

Assessment Plan

Successful completion of notes sheet and evaluation sheet on each center visited.

Bibliography

Textbook "Introduction to Early Childhood Education" by J. Brewer (ISBN 0-205-32657-9)