Teachers often become frustrated with children’s repetitive behaviors such as dumping out toys, playing with the same toys repeatedly, knocking down other children’s block towers, etc. This course helps early childhood educators to understand these actions through the lens of schema theory and how to respond to repetitive behaviors in developmentally appropriate ways.
- Teacher: Sean Storey
- Teacher: Syretha Storey
OCC Approval Number: CKO-4860
Clock Hours: 3
IACET/CEU: .3
Core of Knowledge Area: 3 Hours: (1.5 Curriculum/1.5 Child Development)
Course_Description:
Tuning Into Children’s Play--Using Schemas to Observe/Plan Engaging Activities that Support Children’s Interest and Improve Behavior.: Teachers often become frustrated with children’s repetitive behaviors such as dumping out toys, playing with the same toys repeatedly, knocking down other children’s block towers, etc. This course helps early childhood educators to understand better these actions through the lens of schema theory and how to respond to repetitive behaviors in developmentally appropriate ways.
Skill Level: MSDE Training Level: Entry (Novice)