Tag: how to write observations
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Lost for words? Language and Words for Writing Childcare Observations
It was a sunny Tuesday morning, as I gathered children around the art table. Mia, a shy but curious four-year-old, cautiously approached the group. With a paintbrush in hand, she dipped it into the vibrant blue paint and began sweeping bold strokes across her paper. She then picked another brush with her left hand and…
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How to write group observations of learning
Hey educator! Are you feeling lost and stretched for time when it comes to observing children? All group observations might be the trick to save you time and effort. If you’re wondering how to write group observations in childcare, focusing on the dynamics within a group of children can offer a holistic view of interactions,…
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Observations of Child’s Learning as if done by famous theorists
Date: August 21, 2024Observer: Lev VygotskyAs an expert in early childhood development, I often emphasise the importance of writing observations in childcare to track developmental milestones. Context:The observation takes place in a mixed-age early childhood classroom. The child, Anna, is 4 years old. She is seated at a table with a group of peers, and…
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The Four Cs of observations in early childhood education
Sue Martin, a renowned early childhood educator and author, popularised the concept of the “Four Cs” in early childhood education observations. She introduced this framework in her book “Observing Young Children: A Guide for Early Childhood Educators,” published in 1999. Let’s explore the Four Cs with examples from an early childhood education and care (ECEC)…