Module 3- Observation

Observing helps you look for answers as to why children behave in certain ways.

• True

• False

There is only one type of observation record.

• True

• False

When a child is having a behavioral problem over and over, you should continue with the same plan of action and the behavioral problem will eventually go away.

• True

• False

Observation helps us in planning the curriculum.

• True

• False

It is important that observations of children are kept confidential.

• True

• False

Why can a focused observation be useful?

• helps you detect children with special needs

• helps you obtain information on a child's development

• shows a child's interest and strengths

• all of the above

Which of the following is an example of an objective word?

• happy

• sad

• smiled

• loved

Which of the following is an example of a subjective word?

• jumped

• grabbed

• yawned

• excited

Which of the following is an objective statement?

• The child was happy to see the teacher.

• The child ran into the room and gave the teacher a hug.

• The child enjoyed spending time with the teacher.

• The child wanted to give his teacher a gift.

This is a written record of what children do.

• Anecdotal Observation

• Running Record

• Developmental Checklist

• Frequency Count