The purpose of this assignment is to summarize the concepts of contemporary  Early Childhood Education models and child care programs .

1. Find a video clip for each of these models: Montessori, High Scope, Reggio Emilia and Head Start.  YouTube is an excellent resource. 
2. After you review each video, describe five characteristics you observed about how each program is conducted.   Please include the URL address for each video you review. 
3. In addition, write a 500 word essay about which program you prefer and why. Site in APA format.

Rubric:

One relevant video clip is identified for each of the following programs: Head Start, Montessori, Reggio Emilia and High Scope.  A working URL link is included in the paper	15
For each program type listed above, 5 characteristics are identified and described using full sentences and rich detailed information about what was observed in the video.	40
Information is presented in clear writing style using proper grammar, spelling and punctuation.  Errors are few if any and do not interfere with the clarity of the information being presented.	15
A minimum 500 word essay is included that details which specific program your prefer and why	30
	100