Spring 2019 Course Syllabi

Tentative Course Outline (Subject to Change) Topic Discussion Topic and Activities Notes 1 Introduction to Field Experiences Start thinking about where you will be doing your field experience and the paperwork that needs to be completed. Welcome! 2 A Definition The Process of Assessment Why we Assess Young Children and Sound Assessment Is…, Assessment in the Classroom & at Home 3 The process of Assessment 4 Why W As ess young children 5 Sound Assessment Is…. 6 Assessment in the Classroom and (Home) 7 Guidelines to Assist Assessment/Observation 8 When to Assess 9 Gathering Information about Children 10 Looking at the Information you Gathered 11 Using Your Assessment Information 12 Making Assessment Part of Your Classroom 13-15 Pre-Professional Experiences 16 Field Experience Portfolio - Attendance Log - Title Page & Table of Contents - Physical Facility Properties - Room Description - Description of Children - Anecdotal Record - Lessons Observed - Teaching Strategies - Relationships - Positive Outlook - Questions & Concerns - Observations (ECPCA Observation Chart) - Successful Professionals - Evaluation