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Learn to integrate individualized curriculum into daily practice with this step-by-step guide. Using Developmental Studies, a new tool created and successfully field-tested by the author, implement a truly child-focused and individualizing curriculum, meeting each child where she or he is and ultimately making teaching easier and more rewarding. These user-friendly materials will help teachers reconnect and reengage with each student outside of all the standards that are required.
Gaye Gronlund devotes her time to helping teachers, administrators, and policy makers implement best approaches to teaching and assessing young children. Clients have included the NAEYC, NIEER, the State of New Mexico Office of Child Development and Pre-K Program, the Illinois State Board of Education, and more.
Introduction: Delighting in Each Child
Chapter 1: Being Child-Focused and Individualizing Curriculum
Chapter 2: Getting to Know Each Child and Family
Chapter 3: The Importance of Play and Play Planning
Chapter 4: Learning About Children's Interests and Favorites
Chapter 5: Planning for Play Based on Children's Interests
Chapter 6: The Observational Assessment Process
Chapter 7: Rich, Informative Portfolio Documentation
Chapter 8: On-going Teacher Reflection About Each Child
Chapter 9: Planning Based on Individualized Goals
Chapter 10: Summarizing a Child's Learning for Families
Chapter 11: Practical Considerations when Creating Developmental Studies
Chapter 12: Continuing the Journey of Delight
Appendix A: Two Examples of Completed Developmental Studies
Appendix B: Formats and Frameworks
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