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Identify the two characteristics you chose, and explain why each is of special concern to you.

PSE Aims of Socialization Professor of Human Development James Garbarino asserts that for children’s optimal well-being, current society must view childhood as the social space in which to lay the foundation for the best that human development has to offer. This statement gives rise to the questions: What are society’s goals/aims for children? Who and […]

Describe the age appropriate activity in some detail as it relates to developmental theory (provide more than just the name of the activity).

Prior to completing this assignment, read Chapter 11 and 12 and Section 14.1 and 14.5 in your textbook and read The Development of Adolescent Social Cognition The purpose of this assignment is for you to continue working on elements that will become part of your Community Center Proposal Final Project. This week, you will be […]

Explain how you as a professional can advocate for young children and families in each area.

Child Care, Schools, and Teaching “NAEYC’s vision in terms of early childhood education is to provide access for all children to a safe and accessible, high-quality early childhood education that includes a developmentally appropriate curriculum; knowledgeable and well-trained program staff and educators; and comprehensive services that support their health, nutrition, and social well-being, in an […]