The purpose of the Research and observation assignments are to assess your ability to evaluate and assess course content in relation to your personal and/or professional lives. In the Research 3 assignment, we are focusing on content from chapters 5, 6 and 7, although previously reviewed chapters and module resources may be used to more fully explain your response. You may choose ONE of the following four prompts to research OR you may choose to complete the observation assignment.
Observation:
Complete the observation assignment by following the guidelines in the Observation document
Actions
. For examples of observation methods, use this Observation MethodsLinks to an external site. website.
Research Prompts:
Copy the prompt in a new document or PowerPoint slide, respond to the prompt, including source citations at the end of your response and upload here. Label the document/PPT as such: 132, Last Name, Research 1. If using PowerPoint, remember that ‘less is more’ meaning that graphics and animation should be limited.
All research responses require one or more sources other than the textbook. If you use the textbook, use the following reference citation: Gonzalez-Mena & Eyer. (2020). page #. All other sources should include the author name(s), date of publication, and if found online, a descriptive text hyperlink. List at the end of the response. Response should be written in your own words, with no copying and pasting or quoting from your source. I’m looking for your understanding of the concept and how you’ve interpreted your findings.
There is no specific length requirement but the response should be clear in describing key concepts of the prompt and how the information may be used in one’s personal and/or professional lives.
1. Review chapter five, watch the video Responsive Care Links to an external site.and one other source about building attachment relationships at home. Describe how you would, as a parent, support the development of attachment in infants and toddlers.
2. Review chapter five and this article about attachment theory in early education and care Links to an external site.and one additional source about how caregivers in early learning environments can best promote secure attachment relationships with the infants in their care. Summarize your findings and then discuss how you will promote secure a attachment relationships with infants and toddlers in your care.
3. Review chapter six and then research three sensory impairments that may be seen in infants and toddlers in an early learning setting. Briefly summarize each and then discuss adaptations in materials, equipment, room arrangement, relationship building, language and so on that can be used to best meet the child’s developmental needs.
4. Review chapter seven and then research developmentally appropriate ways in which to facilitate fine and gross motor skills in infants and toddlers (either at home or in an early learning program). Include environmental adaptations for each suggestion to meet the needs of a specific sensory impairment.
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132SpResearch3
132SpResearch3
Criteria Ratings Pts
Information/Concepts
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45 to >39 pts
Superior
Meets all assignment requirements; submitted by due date/time
39 to >34 pts
Above Average
Meets 85% of all assignment requirements
34 to >29 pts
Average
Meets 75% of all assignment requirements
29 to >0 pts
Below Average
Meets 65% of all assignment requirements
0 pts
No Marks
Not submitted
/ 45 pts
Assessment and Evaluation of Concepts
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45 to >39 pts
Superior
Meets all assignment requirements
39 to >34 pts
Above Average
Meets 85% of all assignment requirements
34 to >29 pts
Average
Meets 75% of all assignment requirements
29 to >0 pts
Below Average
Meets 65% of all assignment requirements
0 pts
No Marks
Not submitted
/ 45 pts
Submission Date
10 pts
Submitted by 5/19/24
8 pts
Submitted by 5/23/24
7 pts
Submitted by 5/26/24
6 pts
Submitted by 5/30/24
0 pts
Not Submitted
/ 10 pts
Total Points: 0
