Six Simple Ways to Assess Young Children FROM THE PUBLISHER
Educators of young children who regard the most valid ways to evaluate growth and development of the children they teach, will benefit from well-formatted, easy to read, guidebook offering assessment methods that can be expeditiously implemented into any program. Its principles and use of terminology are clearly presented, as the text represents the important role assessment plays in accountabilities of teaching children. Specific instruction is also given on creating portfolios, what they should look like, and how they facilitate teaching. Perforated pages with samples, developmental checklists, instructional forms are included in the appendices for quick reference and use.
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Written for care providers and educators, this guide describes six assessment methods and offers guidelines for their implementation. It outlines the major principles of assessment, and describes the importance of assessment for accountability. Specific instruction is provided on creating portfolios. Developmental checklists and supplemental forms are provided. A glossary defines key terms. Black and white photographs support the text. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
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