ECCE 1103 Module 4 Observing and Recording Techniques

Learning how to use observation and assessment tools is vital to all child care professionals.

• True

• False

Observations do not help the teacher become aware of typical or atypical behavior.

• True

• False

To truly understand a child, you must watch, listen and ________.

• yell

• observe

Why is observation important?

• To identify a child's strengths and interest.

• Because it's the law.

A chronological record of a child's behavior.

• Diary

• Checklist

Directly observed occurrences that are clearly and concisely written in a nonjudgmental manner

• Diary

• Anecdodtal

A journalist approach is used for this type of observation.

• Anecdotal

• Checklist

A teacher may describe a conflict between two children, describing what each child said and did - this is an example of?

• Anecdotal

• Running Record

Sequential record over a given time and recorded while the behavior is occurring?

• Running record

• Time Sampling

Teachers will usually use a video or audio recording at the same time to capture detailed information.

• Time Sampling

• Specimen Descriptions