Exam 2 Flashcards
What are the two types of assessments discussed in Chapter 6 of Essa?
Formal/Informa
What are the three types of standards for children?
- Learning
- Content
- Performance
True or False: The person’s name must be included in the behavior objective.
True
True or False: The below statement is a complete behavior objective. If false, make
appropriate adjustments. Michael will develop an appreciation for books.
False- Lacking:
- Clear target behavior (observable/measurable)
- Conditions under which the bx should occur (prompt)
- Criteria for acceptable behavior (x# of trials…)
What are two of the criteria for selecting materials?
- Developmentally appropriate
- Active (child can do on their own)
- Open-ended (multiple methods to complete)
- Gives Feedback
- Multi-purpose
- Attractive
- Variety
- Anti-Bias
- Duplicates available (backups)
What different forms of Formal Testing are there?
Standardized tests
Types:
- Screening ("norm"-referenced)
- Developmental (Criterion-referenced)
- Intelligence/Aptitude
- Readiness
- Environmental (evaluates program)What different types of Informal Assessments are there?
Observation Types: - Portfolios - Descriptions - Checklist & rating scales - Data Collection
What are the uses, advantages, and disadvantages of Observation - Portfolio?
Use: May include work on paper, pictures, video, child’s work, etc.
Advantages: Concrete evidence of child’s progress; documentation of work.
Disadvantages: Relies on products; less information on process.
What are the Four components of a Behavioral Objective?
1) Lists name of individual.
2) Descriptive, observable, measurable Target Behavior.
3) Conditions under which the tx should occur.
4) Criteria for acceptable behavior.
What are some of the resources to help you identify target behaviors?
- ECE Textbooks
- State Learning Guidelines
- Credible ECE websites
- Pre-existing curricula
- Parent Preferences
- Developmental Charts
- Curriculum-based assessments
- Behavior checklists
What are some of the purposes of a Behavioral Objective?
- Facilitate programming
- Document Progress
- Improve Communication
- Improve Communication
- Accountability
- Observable & Measurable
- Break goals into Teachable Moments
Why is the physical environment important in ECE?
The environment can serve as a prompt for children to engage in developmental activities.
List different ways the physical environment is important and how-
- Provides Organization to help teachers be more effective (easy Access to Materials, ability to Supervise, easy Set-up/Clean-up)
- Provides for Well-Being of teachers (space for personal belongings, planning & preparing activities, adult communication, paperwork, etc.)
- Provides physical Cues that Prompt appropriate behavior. (dividing room into designated areas for specific activities)
- Provides opportunities for child behavior to occur (Equipment, size of space, position, number, & variety of materials)
- Contributes to Health & Safety
- Conveys a message about the program
What are some of the different Licensing Requirements?
- 35sq. ft. Per Child
- Equipment scaled to size of children
- Choice of at least 3 activities
- Individual space for Child Possessions
What are some of the criteria for selecting Equipment?
- Appropriately sized
- Safe
- Durable
- Room (space for equipment)
- Constructed or Purchased?
- Aesthetically pleasing
- Easy to Clean
