What is your philosophy of behavior guidance?

The goal of guidance should be to help prevent a child from repeating the same mistake or behavior over again. Parents and teachers want the children to be able to regulate their own behaviors. Effective guidance includes a balance between freedom and set boundaries.

How do you provide positive guidance?

1. Look for the reasons behind behavior.
2. Tell your child specifically what to do, rather than what not to do.
3. Point out positive behavior.
4. Try the “when/then” strategy.
5. Divert a behavioral issue by offering two choices that are both okay with you.
6. Encourage your child to use words to solve problems.

What are the three keys to effective guidance?

Be understanding of their desires, set the limit and explain it, acknowledge feelings, and give alternatives.

What is the role which self concept plays in a child’s social development?

A healthy self-concept is the foundation for the positive development and the over-all well-being of a child. When a child has a healthy self-concept, he sees himself as being loved, loving, and valuable, and that’s what we all want for our children.

What are the four steps in the decision making model for Child Guidance How can you use this in your classroom?

How can you use this in a classroom?…The steps are:

1. Define;
2. Assess;
3. Respond; and.
4. Evaluate.

What is your philosophy on the role of play in children’s learning?

Children practice leadership roles and learn to use objects for symbolic playing. Play helps to develop their self-esteem, and build their confidence. They practice counting and learn one-to-one correspondence, moving them along developing math skills. They increase their fine and gross motor skills.

What is the goal of positive guidance?

The goal of positive guidance is to develop children’s self-control, encourage children to assume responsibility, and assist them in making good decisions. As a professional in the field of early care and education you must value childhood and understand that this is a time of learning.

What is your philosophy on child guidance and why do you believe as you do?

It is the philosophy of early childhood educators to promote positive well-being and experiences for children. By guiding children into positive decision making and teaching them alternative choices teachers eliminate the need for punishment and allow children to feel powerful, dignified, and unique.