Instructions

In this assignment, you will be researching and evaluating different types of programs for responsive caregiving.

Step One– Select three types of infant/toddler programs from the different categories below:

• – Accredited
• – Not Accredited
• – Early Head Start
• – Family Childcare
• – Center-Based
• – Montessori

Step Two – Research and Chart

• Research programs online and/or in-person for each type of infant/toddler category you chose in Step One. You will research three different programs
• Create a table/chart containing the following three sections to record your research:
• Program Section – Each program's name, address, phone number, and website.
• Elements Section – Elements of responsive caregiving
• Evidence and Analysis Section – Evidence and analysis of responsive caregiving from each program.

Step Three – Conduct your research and record your analysis for each program identified

• Program Section: Provide information for each selected programs: name, address, phone number, and website
• Elements Section: Identify the key elements of responsive caregiving you can determine from your research for each program
• Evidence/Analysis Section: Provide analysis of evidence that addresses the following for each program:
• If responsive caregiving was identified-
• What examples, experiences, text, media, or visuals helped you to identify the elements of responsive caregiving?
• Cite specific examples from the program's materials.
• If responsive caregiving was not identified –
• Why didn't you feel that the elements of responsive caregiving were included?
• Cite specific examples from the program's materials.
• Do you think this program supports appropriate infant and toddler curriculum? Why or why not?
• Cite specific examples from the program's materials.

Example Chart:

(attached below)

Submit:

• Title page in APA format
• Document including completed chart
• Professional language including accurate spelling, grammar, and punctuation throughout.   

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Requirements

12% of total grade

Mastery: Advanced or exceeds achievement

Exemplary organization of chart with comprehensive details in each completed section for elements of responsive caregiving, three different types of program’s information, evidence from each program, and analysis of each program.

Key Elements

37% of total grade

Mastery: Advanced or exceeds achievement

Exemplary identification of the key elements of responsive caregiving with comprehensive supporting examples.

Evidence and Analysis

37% of total grade

Mastery: Advanced or exceeds achievement

Exemplary analysis of responsive caregiving in each program with comprehensive evidence from text, media, or visuals from the program’s materials to support analysis.

Infant and Toddler Curriculum

14% of total grade

Mastery: Advanced or exceeds achievement

Exemplary explanation of infant and toddler curriculum appropriateness with comprehensive evidence from text, media, or visuals from the program’s materials to support your opinion.