What is one drawback to current academic standards? a. They are difficult for most childcare centers to implement. b. They give teachers too much control over what they teach. c. They can result in a curriculum that "teaches to the test." d. They require standardized forms that require training to use.

This video is a news report that explores the recent changes to kindergarten curriculum that many schools have embraced, while others, as we will see, have moved away from. As we’ve discussed in previous chapters, NCLB has had a profound influence on not only school curriculum, but also the expectations of parents, teachers, and administrators. But there is still a lot of disagreement about its effectiveness and desirability. The question many ask is, should we really be imposing strict standards at such a young age? Think for a moment about your early school experiences. What was the primary focus of your preschool classes? Were they focused more on academics or play? provide examples

According to your textbook, childcare centers often find it difficult to recruit and hire qualified staff because of the: a. high exposure to childhood diseases. b. low wages and lack of health benefits. c. rigorous accreditation standards. d. rapid burnout associated with the field.

According to the National Teachers’ Standards for Ghana Guidelines, what is the primary purpose for setting professional standards for teachers? A. To discourage teacher development B. To enhance teacher accountability C. To limit teacher autonomy D. To lower teaching quality

What practice has been the primary impetus for increasingly academic early childhood curricula? a. standardized testing b. state-level funding c. integrated curricula d. readiness rating

As a result of the policy of __________, Daniel, who does not do well on standardized tests, will be placed in less challenging classes as he goes through school.A.special educationB.educational mainstreamingC.No Child Left BehindD.educational tracking