Evaluating Documentation

This guide is intended to suggest some possible ways that students may organize essays related to the document-based

During this school year so far I have learned many things, including when we researched Summit’s ‘Definite Dozen’ in September and I’m familiar with her life. My note-taking is one of the many skills that was improved in this class, I can copy down words faster and summarize better. I haven’t really changed much, if I did it would be for the worse. If I could go back and redo the past to fix my mistakes, I would so I can be more successful and have a higher grade.

Through completing this activity, I learned more than I have with any other activity I have done thus far while earning my Education Specialist degree. I had to observe a teacher and provide constructive feedback using the Framework for Teaching. This observation included a pre-conference where the teacher told me what she wanted me to pay particular attention to. It required that I observe in real-time, rather than simply using a video where I can pause frequently. I then had to analyze the data I collected during the observation, in order to determine strengths and areas for improvement that I shared during the post-conference. The teacher was a master teacher and thought the lesson went very well. She was shocked when I had some ideas for how to improve her instruction. I mentioned that students seemed fidgety, and she could incorporate more cooperative structures to get students more active in their learning. I also thought she needed cooperative roles for students when they completed their group work, that way everyone was accountable for the work.

I feel like I was able to help my student in the areas he needed the support. I was beyond proud of the progress he made starting from a level 19 and ending at a level 28. Even then knowing he had the potential to go higher was a great feeling. Improving on his comprehension and spelling was a goal we had set and knowing I was able to help him and see the progress during each session was very rewarding.

The observation tool provided monitors and records a variety of developmental milestones. These observations are used later as a reference to better plan the curriculum for the class. Accurately collecting this information includes an honest, unbiased record of behaviors, regular updates, and a review by other staff members trained in the observation

In an early childhood setting, being observant gives professionals and family members a helpful portrait of the children in their care, and as future professionals it helps us see how intellectual, emotional, social, and physical development occurs in children. Observing, documenting, and assessing young children shows how they progress from one stage to the next or when there is a delay in progression. The reason we observe young children is that “there is so much that demands attention and response; at the same time, by building in systematic observation, teachers can improve their teaching, construct theory, assess children, assist families, and solve problems” (Gordon and Browne, p.180). It gives dynamic information about each child’s learning styles, interests, abilities, and needs. Observation helps teachers improve teaching by making them become more objective and self-aware of biases they may have. It encourages us to remember that early childhood development is highly individualized, so customizing activities to benefit each child will help them utilize their abilities to their fullest potentials, and through this we will be able to recognize what behaviors are typical of various age groups. The reason we document our observations is so that we can keep records and show proper evidence of each child’s individual growth and participation in classroom activities. With good documentation, family members will able to see the progression made by their child.

Documentation. Digital cameras and cell phones have become common tools for documentation in infant and toddler classrooms. For example, teachers use photos they take throughout the week focusing on experiences the children and teachers have as a group. They then create a weekly poster that shows each individual child. Photos carry a lot of information. The technology used in documentation enhances the ability to communicate the accomplishments of children’s

Also I have improved as a self-directed Lifelong learner. A Self-directed lifelong learner demonstrates a capacity for both independent and collaborate work. They also demonstrate knowledge, respect, and appreciation for diverse cultures and finally they demonstrate time management and organization skills. In my Chicano Studies class I have learned so much about another culture and I have more respect for the Chicano culture. They as a nation have done so much and went through a lot to get to what they are now. I have learned about different painters, musicians, leaders and more. It has really been an interesting class to take this semester and I have been enjoying every single moment of it. Similarly in my Chicano studies class for my portfolio I got to learn more about myself and understand what kind of Pendeja (Stupid) am I. It was really interesting I fell under the category “Optimistic Pendeja” I had to research and read and do a lot but overall it was just a fun portfolio to do. In Chemistry I have really became organized because we are required to keep binders and my teacher checks them every month or so and you have to keep them organized and have to make sure, they are up to date if you want to get a good grade on it, and as a person I am not the most organized person but I have accelerated and grown better at it.

While observing a child practitioners need to take into consideration the different relationships the child has with adults and children within the setting and in their home environment to gain a full picture. All practitioners within the setting should be involved In observing behavioural issues even if it is not always written down. Practitioners should record significant information throughout the day so that a more accurate picture of a child's behavioural issue is gathered from different areas of a child's day.

I have learned how to ask better questions and to talk to my teachers when I need help or do not understand the concept well. I make sure that I have a relationship with my teachers and introduce myself at the beginning of each semester. Learning how to communicate with my teachers

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Observation is something that educators do carefully to gain information about young children. Documentation is the process of collecting evidence that serves as a record. When teachers observe the young children, it provides the information that the teachers need to build relationships with individual children and enable them to be successful learners. The best way the teachers should learn about children by carefully watching them, listening to them and studying their work. When the teachers are watching and listening to children helps us understand what they are feeling, learning and thinking. Observation is an excellent way to track children’s

When an individual goes against the norms of the collective conscience they are punished (The Division of labor in society 79-80). The government represents society and is the collective conscious in one force. When people break the rules the collective conscious reaffirms their norms and adjusts them if society feels necessary. For example, if someone commits a crime citizens get upset because it goes against the collective norms. Durkheim promoted cult of personality in his society. The cult of personality is when individuals respect diversity whether it is religious, class, race, gender, or ability. He encourages people to recognize that we all come from different backgrounds and have different ideas of norms based on our society. Durkheim

I learned a great deal about the classroom environment, classroom administration, and classroom procedures in the special education. There is a great deal of preparation and training for professionals in special education. I got a closer examination and engagement with these kinds of

This semester in Child Development has helped me a great deal. I came into this class wanting to be a Child Development teacher at the high school level. I am leaving this class with the same ambition to become a Child Development teacher. I have learned so much by taking this class and I know it will all be helpful in the future once I am standing at the front of a classroom. Also, just by watching the way Mary teaches the class, I have learned things that I want to take into my own style of teaching.