Description
Teacher candidates learn a variety of strategies and guidelines for the effective assessment and evaluation of young children. Concepts and principles of developmental assessment, both formative and summative, of young children from birth through age 8, including instruments, interpretation, family conferences and referrals to community agencies, are studied. The selection and use of informal and formal assessment instruments, such as observation and portfolio assessment with special concern for cultural sensitivity, family involvement, communication of results and adaptations for special needs, are considered. Review of standardized tests and measurements for children in PK-3 settings is addressed.