Ann Boehm

Classroom Observer: Developing Observation Skills in Early Childhood Settings, 3rd Ed.

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ISBN 13:
9780807735701
author:
Ann Boehm
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Teachers College Press
language:
English
Publication Year:
1997
Pages:
192
Genre:
Education Textbook
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 10 working days
£21.21

Description

Systematic observation is essential for educators to evaluate the effectiveness of curricula and address individual students' needs. This third edition focuses on early childhood education, providing skills for making informed decisions based on objective observation data. The book covers key aspects of observation, including procedures for observing environmental factors, understanding cultural and linguistic characteristics, and the role of observation in assessment. It also explores forms of observation, reliability, sampling behavior, recording formats, summarizing outcomes, and validity. Real-life examples from early childhood settings are used to illustrate these concepts. Using clear language and a straightforward approach, the authors provide practical guidance for educators to develop their observation skills, making it easier to address the needs of individual students in diverse educational settings.

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