CDA 103 - Curriculum Planning and Schedule Development

1. Demonstrate an awareness of children’s characteristics, needs, and interests when making program plans (NAEYC 1a,1b,1c,4b,4c,5c).
2. Share the planning process with other appropriate adults and, where possible, with children (NAEYC 2b,2c).
3. Demonstrate developmentally effective practice in planning events and activities that should be included in the daily schedule (NAEYC 4c,5c).
4. Demonstrate an ongoing commitment to professional growth and education through cooperative practices and knowledge (NAEYC 6a,6c,6d).
5. Discuss state and national advocacy efforts on behalf of children and their families (NAEYC 2b,6e).
6. Identify ways an implementation plan (including skills and information gained through completing this course) will be incorporated into ongoing teaching practices (NAEYC 4c,4c).

1. Plan Curriculum and Schedules that Meet the Unique Needs of Children
   1. Unique style of each child
   2. Age characteristics
   3. Interests, abilities and previous experiences
   4. Integrate children’s cultural, ethnic and racial backgrounds
2. Planning as a Cooperative Effort
   1. Including parents
   2. Encouraging children’s participation
   3. Involvement of community sources
3. Foundations of Events and Activities
   1. Scheduling
   2. Fixed events or regularly occurring activities
   3. Curriculum areas
   4. Incorporation of routine tasks
   5. Transitions
4. Commitment to Program
   1. Professional development
   2. Education
5. State and National Advocacy
   1. Children
   2. Families
6. Implementation Plan
   1. Skills and information
   2. Teaching practices