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Understand the role of observation when working with children
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Table of Contents
Tutorial Video
Reading Materials
Laser Learning reading text: ‘Why observe?'
‘Observation, assessment and planning’ from Birth to Matters
‘Effective practice: Observation, assessment and planning’ by West Sussex County Council and Children First
Presentation
Good Practice Example
Interactive Quiz
Evidence Opportunities
Extended Learning
‘Development Matters: Non-statutory curriculum guidance for the early years foundation stage' by the Department for Education.
Research the term 'baseline assessment'. How useful is baseline assessment as a part of the observation process?
Using observation when working in partnership with others can highlight communication problems between practitioners. Discuss with your line manager and colleagues the importance of knowing and understanding context and previous history when reviewing children's observations.
‘Child observations and learning journeys’ by Pacey
Think And Challenge
