Analysis should include typical development stages (e.g., physical, social, emotional, intellectual, language).
Process/Skill Questions:
Thinking
- What is the value and purpose of play to young children?
- How do you decide which type of play is developmentally appropriate for certain children in certain situations?
- How can early intervention affect development?
Communication
- How can you share your knowledge of child development with your parents and siblings?
- How can you stimulate a child's educational growth?
- How can one use knowledge of early childhood stages in applying for a job or volunteer position?
Leadership
- How could you educate parents of children in a community daycare center regarding the stages of child development?
- When should you notify your supervisor of developmental delays detected in a child?
Management
- How will you use your knowledge of child development in your personal life?
- What factors can have a negative effect on a child’s physical, social, emotional, and intellectual development?