1. (1) An early learning provider must facilitate activities to support child learning and understanding.

2. (2) An early learning provider may facilitate child learning and understanding through a variety of techniques such as:

   1. (a) Using a variety of teaching strategies (different techniques, curricula, or styles) and materials to address different learning styles, abilities, developmental levels, and temperament;
   2. (b) Helping children enter into and sustain play;
   3. (c) Encouraging children to participate by asking questions and providing guidance;
   4. (d) Providing opportunities for children's creativity;
   5. (e) Linking concepts and activities to one another and to the children's lives and interests;
   6. (f) Noticing and responding to teachable moments;
   7. (g) Clarifying and expanding children's understanding;
   8. (h) Describing and discussing children's learning processes;
   9. (i) Encouraging children's efforts and persistence;
   10. (j) Showing tolerance for mistakes;
   11. (k) Using diverse vocabulary;
   12. (l) Leading discussions and activities;
   13. (m) Providing materials during the day, including daily routines such as meals and transitions, to encourage communication in English and children's home languages when possible; and
   14. (n) Use scaffolding methods to gradually move children toward stronger understanding and greater independence in the learning process.

[WSR 18-15-001, recodified as § 110-300-0310, filed 7/5/18, effective 7/5/18. Statutory Authority: RCW 43.215.070, 43.215.201 and chapter 42.56 RCW. WSR 18-14-079, § 170-300-0310, filed 6/30/18, effective 8/1/19.]