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1
Which is not a reason early childhood teachers observe and record children's behavior?
A)to identify special needs
B)to help plan curriculum
C)to prepare them for emergencies
D)to assess skill development
2
What should be left out of an objective observation?
A)the observer's name
B)the observer's judgments
C)the date of the observation
D)the names of the children observed and their ages
3
How is a participant observer different from an objective observer?
A)a participant observer records the observations
B)a participant observer tries to stay in the background
C)a participant observer interacts with the children during the observation
D)a participant observer sometimes observes through a one-way viewing window
4
Which method is most likely to be used to observe for specific information about development?
A)a checklist
B)an anecdotal record
C)a running record
D)a naturalistic observation
5
Good methods for recording observations include checklists, frequency counts, rating scales, and
A)medical records.
B)anecdotal records.
C)subjective descriptions.
D)parent conferences.
6
Indicators of emotional development include evidence of self-esteem, trust, attachment, and
A)coordination.
B)identity.
C)small muscle skills.
D)large muscle skills.
7
Changes in napping, toileting, and eating habits are clues to
A)physical development.
B)intellectual development.
C)emotional development.
D)social development.
8
Which statement is true of most observation records?
A)They result in referrals for special services.
B)They include the thoughts of the observer at the time.
C)They are shared with any interested adult relative.
D)They give information that can be helpful when reviewed and interpreted.
9
Another word for authentic assessment is
A)portfolio.
B)checklist.
C)rating scale.
D)running record.
10
Useful items in a portfolio might include all but which of the following?
A)samples of the child's artwork
B)toys the child uses in the classroom
C)recordings of the child telling stories
D)photos of the child's block building
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