Observation and analysis

Due Date: Midnight (EST), Sunday, Unit 2 Points: 10 Overview: By now you should have selected the option you would like to complete for the Classroom Observation and Analysis Assignment (due in Unit 4): either Option 1 – in- person observation of an early childhood classroom in your community or Option 2 – two video observations of an early childhood classroom. This assignment will familiarize you with using the Classroom Observation and Analysis tool that you will use for your selected option. Instructions: Two examples of observations and analyses conducted by former CHS111 students are provided, one for Option 1 and one for Option 2. Based on the option that you have chosen, review the appropriate example of the observation and analysis tool listed and answer the following questions:

1. What is the curriculum approach used by the program?

2. What are the developmental domains and early learning standards specified in

the lesson plan?

3. What examples were provided as signs of children’s interest and engagement in

activities?

4. What are the examples of teacher-family interactions?

5. In statement #2 of the Analysis page, what three topics (a-g) were discussed? (If

you are viewing the analysis section written as a paper, you will have to read

through the paper to find the specific items.)

Be sure to read the criteria by which your work will be evaluated before you write and again after you write.

CHS111 – Foundations of Early Childhood Education

Classroom Observation & Analysis Question Scavenger Hunt

Evaluation Rubric for Scavenger Hunt Assignment

Criteria Proficient Competent Developing Novice

6 points 4.5 points 3 points 0-1.5 points

3.b Knowing about and using observation, documentation and other appropriate assessment tools and approaches including the use of technology in documentation, assessment and data collection.

All questions and question parts are accurately answered showing understanding of using the classroom observation and analysis tool.

Questions and question parts are mostly answered accurately (1- 2 errors of accuracy) showing understanding of using the classroom observation and analysis tool.

Some questions and question parts are lacking in accuracy (2-3 errors of accuracy) showing some understanding of using the classroom observation and analysis tool.

Few to no question and question parts are answered accurately (4 or more errors of accuracy) showing minimal understanding of using the classroom observation and analysis tool.

4 points 3 points 2 points 0-1 point

SS3 Students have effective sills in written and verbal communication. Students are technologically literate. 6b: Knowing about and upholding ethical standards and other early childhood professional guidelines

Grammar, spelling and sentence structure of discussions are highly polished; no grammar or spelling errors.

Grammar, spelling and sentence structure of discussions are good. Maximum of one grammar or spelling error.

Grammar, spelling and sentence structure of discussions are adequate. Maximum of two grammar and/or spelling errors.

Poorly written responses. Four or more errors.