High quality care and learning for young children includes a well-ordered and predictable daily experience where children can feel confident and secure. This course explores: Why structure and flexibility are important in early learning environments, how to create a daily schedule that meets young children’s needs, and how to plan child-centered learning opportunities. This course is designed to be part of a Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential™ curriculum. It covers CDA Subject Area 5: Strategies to Manage Effective Program Operation. This course can also be taken as a stand-alone learning event, or as part of a broader early childhood education curriculum.
