2024-25 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
    Dec 26, 2024  
2024-25 Undergraduate Catalog

ECE 305 - Child Observation and Assessment

(3 credits)
In this course, participants will learn how to implement a system of ongoing child assessment that is systematic, comprehensive and feasible in order to make sure that children make the progress necessary to be ready for kindergarten. Participants will first understand the importance of and strategies for planning and preparing for an effective system of ongoing child assessment. Participants will learn about and practice using four methods of effective ongoing assessment to inform their teaching and improve children’s learning. This course will also provide information and implementation opportunities for individualizing ongoing assessment strategies for children who are dual language learners and children with special needs.

Prerequisite: Admission into the Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood program.