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Dr. Connie Jo Smith CFS 192
Critical Performance Assignments
Philosophy of Early Childhood Paper
Professional Development Plan
Early Childhood Program Observations
Dr. Connie Jo Smith CFS 192
Early Childhood Program Observations
Brief Summary of Information from Blackboard
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designs and organizes learning environments, experiences, and instruction
creates appropriate learning environments
introduces, implements, facilitates, and manages development and learning
assesses children’s cognitive, emotional, social, communicative, and physical development in a variety of natural environments for infants, toddlers, preschool children and kindergarten children with and without disabilities
knowledge of these natural environments is essential for the early childhood educator
The early childhood educator…
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15 clock hours of observation in an early childhood program…
not the home
Required
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an infant program a toddler programa preschool program (ages three and/or four)
a kindergarten classroom (Fall & Spring Only)During Summer Sessions, one 3 year old and one 4 year old class can be observed instead of one preschool and one kindergarten.
a program that serves infants and toddlers with special needs or preschoolers with special needs
3 Hours Each
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…..you can observe 1 hour on Monday, 1 hour on Tuesday, and 1 hour on Friday or
3 hours on Thursday or
30 minutes a day until you are finished or
Any other combination that works for you and the program
The hours do not have to be consecutive
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In BlackboardClick on Assignments
Click on Critical Performance Folder
Click on Classroom Observations
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Classroom ObservationsObservation Overview
Observation Directions: Word File
The Instructor Letter: Word File
Verification Observation Form: Word File
Program Matrix Form: Word File
Observation Form: Word File
Observation Criteria and Scoring Rubric: Word File
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Visually survey the whole classroom. Describe the physical appearance of the classroom, including the arrangement of equipment and materials. What does the room arrangement and choice of equipment tell you about the type of early childhood program you are observing?
Observation Directions
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As you observe in the classroom or program, notice how the children are grouped. What does the grouping arrangement tell you about the type of program you are observing?
Observation Directions
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Observe how the teacher relates to the group of children. Does she/he more often address individual children or the whole group? What type of language and behaviors do you observe that indicates the teacher’s support for each individual child?
Observation Directions
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What evidence demonstrates that the teacher recognizes that children are connected to their families and cultures? Does the environment promote positive relationships with families?
Observation Directions
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Note examples of spontaneous curriculum that may have emerged from the children’s curiosity or interests. How did the teacher connect the children’s ideas with the actual learning experiences? Did the teacher demonstrate flexibility when facilitating activities? Is the classroom more teacher-directed or child-directed?
Observation Directions
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Ask about the program’s philosophy on how children learn.
Observation Directions
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Describe the group of children in the classroom.
ages
Genders
level of activity
teacher-child ratio
Observation Directions
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If you are observing during arrival or departure time, note the types of families delivering or picking up the children. Observe the adults who are picking up children.
Do they read bulletin boards?
Do they talk with the teachers about the child’s day?
Do they talk with the child about his/her day?
What type of information is posted for parents?
Observation Directions
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Are children with special needs included in this program? How are their unique needs being met?
Observation Directions
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Be Objective!
Write what you see
Write what you hear
Do not write what you think, except for
Observation Directions
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To Whom It May Concern:Students from the CFS 192, Introduction to Working with Young Children and Families, at Western Kentucky University are required to conduct 15 hours of classroom observations in a variety of early childhood settings. These observations include a minimum of three clock hours each in an infant setting, toddler setting, preschool setting, kindergarten setting, and a setting serving children with disabilities.
As the Instructor of this course, I would appreciate your cooperation in allowing students to conduct a portion of the required observations in your setting. It is a Western Kentucky University requirement that students residing in Kentucky submit documentation of a physical exam, TB skin test, and a criminal record check prior to making their observations. The students have also been provided information regarding professional behavior for field experiences.If you need to contact me, please feel free to call 270-745-4041 or 800-882-7482, or email me at [email protected]. Thanks for contributing to the professional development of students interested in early childhood education.
Connie Jo Smith, Ed.D.CFS 192 Instructor
The Instructor Letter
Optional
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Verification of Observation FormTo be completed by CFS 192 students for each observation conducted and signed by teacher observed or director of program.
Student Name:____________________________________________
Name of Program Observed: _________________________________
Age Group Observed:_______________________________________
Time Observation Began: _______ Time Observation Ended __________
Verification Signature: ________________________________________---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Verification Observation Form
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Program Matrix FormType of Program
Ages Served
Eligibility Require-ments
Teacher Require-ments
Length of Program
# Children Home visits
Parent Involve-ment
EX:Day Care
6 wks to four years
Ability to Pay
High School
Full year/ 5 days per wk
120 no none
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Observation FormObservation FormStudent Name:Name of Program:Dates of Observations:Time Observation Began: Observation Setting (infant program, etc.):
Observations Comments
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Scoring Rubric Performance Criteria
Exemplary Work(100-95 points)
Standard Met(94-80 points)
Standard Partially Met
(79-60 points)
Standard Not Met(59-1 points)
Content Development1.1. 15 hours of observations completed in a variety of early childhood settings1.2. Observation notes are objective2.3. Observation forms are completed with date, time begun and ended, and signature of teacher or caregiver3.4. A description of the observation site and the context of the observation is provided4.5. Comments reflect thought and understanding of what the student observed.
1.1. 15 hours are completed in all assigned settings2.2. Observation notes are readable and objective3.3. All information is provided on the observation form in detail4.4. A thorough description of the observation site and the context of the observation is provided5.5. Comments about observations are insightful andwell written
1.1. 15 hours are completed in all assigned settings2.2. Observation notes are readable and objective3.3. Information is complete on the observation form4.4. An adequate description of the observation site and the context is provided5.5. Comments reflect some thought about what was observed
1.1. 15 hours are completed in a variety of settings but not in the assigned settings2.2. Observation notes are not objective3.3. Information is incomplete 4.4. A minimal description of the observation site and the context is provided5.5. Comments do not reflect thought about the observation
1.1. 15 hours are not completed in a variety of settings2.2. Observation notes are not readable or objective3.3. Information is missing4.4. No description of the observation site or the context is provided5.5. Comments do not reflect thought about what was observed
Matrix1.1. Matrix is completed with all questions answered.
1. Matrix is completed with thorough answers
1.1. Matrix is completed with adequate answers
1. Matrix has some information but is incomplete
1. Matrix is not completed
Comments:
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Performance Criteria
Exemplary Work
(100-95 points)
Standard Met
(94-80 points)
Standard Partially
Met(79-60 points)
Standard Not Met
(59-1 points)
Content Development1.1. 15 hours of observations in a variety of settings
1.1. 15 hours are completed in all assigned settings
1.1. 15 hours are completed in all assigned settings
1.1. 15 hours are completed in a variety of settings but not in the assigned settings
1.1. 15 hours are not completed in a variety of settings
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Content Development1.1. 15 hours of observations completed in a variety of early childhood settings1.2. Observation notes are objective2.3. Observation forms are completed with date, time begun and ended, and signature of teacher or caregiver1.4. A description of the observation site and the context of the observation is provided1.5. Comments reflect thought and understanding of what the student observed.
Matrix1.1. Matrix is completed with all questions answered.
100%
Spelling, Grammar, and Format Counts!
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Check Blackboard
For more detailed information in Critical Performance Folder
For due dates
For directions about submitting work
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Please remember to thank the teachers and
administrators who open their doors to you.
It takes extra time on their part and they should know
that you appreciate them for helping you
learn more about programs for young children.
Dr. Connie Jo Smith CFS 192
Confidentiality
Confidentiality is a critical element of professionalism and must be respected during observations.
Do not discuss anything you observe with friends, families, or other students, unless it is for the purpose of your professional development.
When you request permission to observe, the program may ask you to sign a confidentiality agreement.
Dr. Connie Jo Smith CFS 192
I hope this review will be
helpful to you as you plan for your
observations.