1. What are two strengths and two limitations of observational assessment?
An observational assessment allows teachers to view their students use of language while they are engaged in learning activities. By doing so, teachers can document their students use of language in a natural setting that does not interrupt or change the children’s interactions with one another or the provided learning materials. These observations are flexible and may be modified to certain situations in the classroom. Teachers will need to a have clear understanding of which types of behaviors to look for during their observations and be able to interpret the behaviors displayed or else their conclusions may be invalid, which could result in unsuitable decisions. They also need to provide an extensive time commitment when observing each of their students individually to provide each one with the same assessment.
2. What are two strengths and two limitations of informal assessment?
Informal assessments are mainly observational and include the use of checklists, anecdotal records, and audio or video recordings in the early childhood classroom. One strength with using a checklist is that it systematizes observations that focus on specific behaviors. One limitation to using checklists is …show more content…
Another strength included with the use of a checklist is that they can be modified and adapted to include a specific focus. One limitation for the use of a checklist is that they are limited as a form of assessment because they may not include information on the context or behaviors observed or the frequency/duration of the behavior. Another limitation includes the fact that some checklists may only include yes or no questions regarding a child’s behavior, which may result in their complex behavior or learning to be
An observational assessment allows teachers to view their students use of language while they are engaged in learning activities. By doing so, teachers can document their students use of language in a natural setting that does not interrupt or change the children’s interactions with one another or the provided learning materials. These observations are flexible and may be modified to certain situations in the classroom. Teachers will need to a have clear understanding of which types of behaviors to look for during their observations and be able to interpret the behaviors displayed or else their conclusions may be invalid, which could result in unsuitable decisions. They also need to provide an extensive time commitment when observing each of their students individually to provide each one with the same assessment.
2. What are two strengths and two limitations of informal assessment?
Informal assessments are mainly observational and include the use of checklists, anecdotal records, and audio or video recordings in the early childhood classroom. One strength with using a checklist is that it systematizes observations that focus on specific behaviors. One limitation to using checklists is …show more content…
Another strength included with the use of a checklist is that they can be modified and adapted to include a specific focus. One limitation for the use of a checklist is that they are limited as a form of assessment because they may not include information on the context or behaviors observed or the frequency/duration of the behavior. Another limitation includes the fact that some checklists may only include yes or no questions regarding a child’s behavior, which may result in their complex behavior or learning to be