Observation Report: Toddler
Points 60
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It is necessary to read “About Observation and Observation Reports” for detailed information that will help you complete this assignment successfully.
Guidelines:
You must write an Observation Report after 10 hours of observation of a in a Toddler class.
The observation method must be narrative OR tracking. A template for the narrative and tracking methods are provided below.
The Observation Report must include the following components:
Goal
Description of the Environment & Background Information (including a hand-drawn or computer-generated diagram of the environment). Please note: If you are hand-drawing the diagram, please use a ruler and neat annotations.
Observations
Evaluation
Reflection
Bibliography
Raw observation notes must be included with the report submission.
The final observation report must be typed, in 12pt font with correct spelling and grammar
Use the Observation Log provided below to record your hours. Please submit your Observation Log along with your Observation Report.
Observation Log.docx Download Observation Log.docx
Narrative Observation Report Template.docx Download Narrative Observation Report Template.docx
Tracking Observation Report Template.docx Download Tracking Observation Report Template.docx
Sample Diagram of Classroom.docx Download Sample Diagram of Classroom.docx
Sample Diagram of Classroom with Tracking Methodology.docx Download Sample Diagram of Classroom with Tracking Methodology.docx
Rubric
Assessment Sheet for Observation Report
Assessment Sheet for Observation Report
Criteria Ratings Pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeGoal
10 to >8.0 pts
Excellent
A goal is included that clearly and accurately states the intent of the report.
8 to >6.0 pts
Proficient
A goal is included that somewhat clearly and accurately states the intent of the report.
6 to >4.0 pts
Satisfactory
A satisfactory goal is included that somewhat states the intent of the report.
4 to >0 pts
Needs Improvement
The goal does not accurately and clearly state the intent of the report.
10 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeDescription of the Environment Including a diagram and Background Information
10 to >8.0 pts
Excellent
A detailed and accurate physical and social description of the environment and background information is included. The diagram is excellent, neat and precisely represents the environment.
8 to >6.0 pts
Proficient
A somewhat detailed physical and social description of the environment and background information is included. The diagram is good and represents the environment.
6 to >4.0 pts
Satisfactory
A vague physical and social description of the environment and background information is included. The social description is missing. A passable diagram of the environment.
4 to >0 pts
Needs Improvement
The description of the physical and social characteristics of the environment lack an appropriate level of detail. The diagram does not represent the environment.
10 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeObservations
10 to >8.0 pts
Excellent
The report is completely objective, non-judgmental and written in the present tense.
8 to >6.0 pts
Proficient
The report is mainly objective, non- judgmental and written in the present tense.
6 to >4.0 pts
Satisfactory
The report is at times subjective, and some judgmental comments are made. Tenses are sometimes intermixed.
4 to >0 pts
Needs Improvement
The report contains many subjective and judgmental comments. Tenses are intermixed.
10 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeEvaluation & Quotes
10 to >8.0 pts
Excellent
An excellent evaluation of the observations is included, demonstrating strong knowledge of child development connecting to Dr. Montessori’s observations and/or quotes
8 to >6.0 pts
Proficient
A good evaluation of the observations is included, demonstrating proficient knowledge of child development connecting to Dr. Montessori’s observations and/or quotes.
6 to >4.0 pts
Satisfactory
A satisfactory evaluation of the observations is included, demonstrating satisfactory knowledge of child development connecting to Dr. Montessori’s observations and/or quotes.
4 to >0 pts
Needs Improvement
The evaluation lacks detail and depth, demonstrating a lack of knowledge of child development connecting to Dr. Montessori’s observations and/or quotes.
10 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeReflection
10 to >8.0 pts
Excellent
An excellent effort of meaningful, genuine reflection is demonstrated that offers productive insight for future observations
8 to >6.0 pts
Proficient
A good effort of meaningful, genuine reflection is demonstrated that offers productive insight for future observations
6 to >4.0 pts
Satisfactory
A satisfactory effort of meaningful, genuine reflection is demonstrated that offers productive insight for future observations
4 to >0 pts
Needs Improvement
Minimal meaningful, genuine, effort is demonstrated that offers productive insight for future observations
10 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWriting Skills and Correct use of English and Bibliography
10 to >8.0 pts
Excellent
The report is grammatically correct with no spelling or punctuation errors. All sources are correctly cited and referenced.
8 to >6.0 pts
Proficient
The report has a few grammatical, spelling and/or punctuation errors. Most sources are correctly cited and referenced.
6 to >4.0 pts
Satisfactory
The report has a fair number of grammatical, spelling and/or punctuation errors. Some sources are correctly cited and referenced.
4 to >0 pts
Needs Improvement
The report has many grammatical, spelling and/or punctuation errors. Sources are not correctly cited and referenced.
10 pts
Total Points: 60
