ECED& 190 Observation/Assessment

3 credits

In this course students collect and record observation and assessment data in order to plan for and support the child, the family, the group, and the community. Students will also practice reflection techniques, summarizing conclusions, and communicating findings.

Prerequisites: ABED 40 (or placement into MATH 87 or higher) and ABED 46 (or placement into ENGL 93 or higher)

Course Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:

Describe reasons for collecting observation and assessment data
Identify indicators of growth, development, learning and social behaviors in all children
Identify techniques for avoiding bias, judgments, and assumptions in observations
Collect factual, descriptive data using a variety of assessment tools and strategies
Document and analyze assessment data for use in planning curriculum for individual and groups of children

Program Outcomes
This course teaches to the following program outcomes:

apply developmentally appropriate guidance techniques
document children’s skill development and plan programs based on documented observations
be prepared to communicate in verbal and written format with the parents

Total Hours: 30 Theory (Lecture) Hours: 30