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Analyze social, economic, cultural contexts and demographics that influence who adult learners are and what they learn.

Note:  Do not use the real name of the organization you will describe in this assignment. Write a five to six (5-6) page paper in which you: Provide an overview of the organization for which you are to develop the training.  The overview should include, at a minimum, the organization’s mission, vision, management structure, corporate […]

Describe your expectations for the role teachers must play in promoting the health and safety of children in their care. Include the topics of immunizations, teachers as health screeners, physical fitness, and safety in the classroom.

According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, “Obesity as a young child is associated with poor health and emotional well-being in childhood and may lead to an array of health problems later in life including a higher risk of being an obese adult” (as cited in Weissman & Hendrick, 2014, p. 205). […]

provide suggested activities to enhance creativity in each domain of development, a rationale to support your activities, and at least one resource that can be utlized for future ideas.

Creativity is evident in all aspects of a growing child’s life, and can be learned from daily. “By exposing children to creative experiences, we give them the gift of a rich and memorable childhood while laying the foundation for a lifetime of creative expression – all topped off with a heaping helping of important learning […]

What ideas and advice from experts can be useful in supporting children who may be at risk for abuse or are victims of abuse, as well as nonabusive adults in a household

Last week, you explored a variety of influences on parenting practices and styles, including instances when children are subjected to maltreatment defined as: “intentional harm to or endangerment of a child” (Berns, 2013, p. 144). This week, you focused on the role of early childhood programs in the lives of young children and families. One […]