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Understand observation methods

Have a discussion with your colleagues to find out which are their favourite observation methods, and why? Which observation methods are most popular? Which observation methods are the least popular?

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Tutorial Video
Reading Materials

Laser Learning reading text ‘Observation in the Early Years Foundation Stage’
‘Our most important role is to sit back and observe’ by Kathy Brodie, published in Teach Early Years website
‘Factsheet 1: Methods of observation’ by Harcourt Education Limited

Presentation
Good Practice Example
Interactive Quiz
Evidence Opportunities
Extended Learning

Using the internet research examples of observation sheets created by others.What are the strengths and weaknesses of the sheets? How might they be improved?
Have a discussion with your colleagues to find out which are their favourite observation methods, and why? Which observation methods are most popular? Which observation methods are the least popular?
Practice using the different observation methods on a regular basis and assess how this practice benefits the children in your setting.
‘Development Matters: Non-statutory curriculum guidance for the early years foundation stage' by the Department for Education.
‘Child observations and learning journeys’ by Pacey

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