The ideal setting for childcare
What constitutes an ideal childcare setting for a 6 month old?

Course Objectives Addressed
5. Demonstrate the ability to research a controversial topic in the field, and come to an evidence-based conclusion.

Description of assignment
Suppose you were seeking a child-care setting for your 6-month-old baby. What would you want it to be like, and why?

Address issues such as (but not limited to):

•Physical setting
•Personnel qualifications
•Health, safety, and nutrition
•Mental, emotional, and cognitive stimulation
•Cost
•Proximity
Support your opinions with citations from at least three academic sources (not websites or popular press).

Format
Word document with separate title page and reference list, not included in the word count

Length
1200-1500 words