Observation and Assessment Quiz 1 Review

An advantage of a Time Sampling Observation is that

• it provides detailed information

• It provides subjective data

• it allows you to observe a wide range of behaviors

• it is easy to use

A method of gathering information by systematically watching and factually noting what children say and do is called

What type of observation tool is this?

• Rating scale

• Checklist

• Anecdotal Record

• Frequency Chart

When you record more information than is actually present during an observation, that is an error of

Based on the data collected in this chart, the teacher can conclude that

• Ed needs to work on his gross motor skills

• Cari is developmentally behind in gross motor skills for a 3-year-old.

• Deb needs to work on her hand-eye coordination

• All children can ride a tricycle

When you leave out information on an observation that could be helpful in understanding that child's behavior, that is an error of

An observation tool that assesses the quality of a particular trait or characteristic based on pre-determined criteria is a

• Checklist

• Time Sampling

• Rating Scale

• Anecdotal Record

Recording behaviors you observe in improper sequence is an error of

Informal Assessments

• Require tranining

• Factual based on scientific findings

• are done in the classroom setting and involve observing the children

• not done in the classroom setting

Which of the following sentences is objective?

• Susi hit Sammy because she was angry.

• Susi is upset when Sammy took her toy.

• Sammy took a toy from Susi, and then she hit him.

• Sammy was being mean to Susi, so she hit him.