Deck 2: Preparing To Observe

Question 1

Describe the importance of discussing the following topics before you begin working with children: rights of children,children and identity,Code of Ethics,and Standards of Practice.

Answer 1

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Question 2

To which of the following does the participatory mode of observing children refer?

A) being detached
B) maintaining an uninvolved position
C) both a and b
D) none of the above

Answer 2

D

Question 3

Briefly describe the term unobtrusive when referring to conducting observations in a classroom or playroom.

Answer 3

Answers will vary.

Question 4

Explain the importance of obtaining written consent from the parent/guardian before beginning your observations on a specific child.

Question 5

The definition of observation involves which of the following?

A) a systematic process
B) an appreciative inquiry cycle
C) a planning cycle
D) a structured, prescriptive approach

Question 6

Describe one challenge to conducting observations of young children,and provide a solution to this challenge.

Question 7

From the Code of Ethics found in this chapter,choose one of the eight fundamental principles and state why it is important.

Question 8

Explain with examples why the process of observation needs to be systematic.

Question 9

Respond to the following: You are a student educator in a preschool room.On the second day of your field placement,you have permission to begin observing a child during free play time.Identify the types of basic decisions you would need to make in order to conduct your observations.Indicate which of the two key styles you would adopt.

Question 10

Which of the following is a component of the observation cycle?

A) only the perspectives of educators as the primary observer
B) wondering, inquiring, observing, listening, interpreting and reflecting
C) construction of theme based plans based on assessment
D) always starting at the questioning stage

Question 11

Consent and confidentiality are important for which of the following reasons?

A) They allow us to file private documentation about children's behaviours.
B) They preserve our private thoughts about a child's weaknesses.
C) They ensure privacy of information about a child to respect their rights.
D) They are forms that permit documentation permanently.

Question 12

Which of the following reasons has been cited as a challenge to completing observations?

A) lack of teamwork
B) support and cooperation of caring administration
C) lots of time
D) poor writing skills

Question 13

Choose two of the reasons for observing young children and explain in detail why you believe they are the most important reasons for observing young children.

Question 14

According to the text,which of the following questions are to be considered when observing?

A) how, who, when, how much. and what
B) how, what, why, what if, and when
C) how, why, what, who, when, and where
D) how come, why can't, and what if

Question 15

Describe the main reason why The Rights of Children topic has been included in this chapter.