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The power of observation / Judy R. Jablon, Amy Laura Dombro, Margo L. Dichtelmiller ; foreword by Diane Trister Dodge.

By: Contributor(s): Material type: TextTextPublisher: Washington, D.C. : Teaching Strategies : National Association for the Education of Young Children, [2007]Copyright date: ©2007Edition: Second editionDescription: ix, 194 pages : illustrations ; 23 cmContent type:
  • text
Media type:
  • unmediated
Carrier type:
  • volume
ISBN:
  • 1933021527
  • 9781933021522
Other title:
  • Power of observation : birth to age 8 [Cover title]
Subject(s): DDC classification:
  • 371.39 23
LOC classification:
  • LB1027.28 .J33 2007
Online resources:
Contents:
Introduction. A personal look at observation. Beyond a set of skills : observing as an attitude of openness. What lies ahead -- Using observation to build relationships. Getting to know each child. Respecting and appreciating children. Connecting with children. Fostering children's competence and success -- You as observer. What you bring to observing. Striving for objectivity -- Guidelines for effective observation. Observe over time. Watch children in varied situations. Keep track of what you observe. Observe in and out of the action -- Becoming a skilled observer. What do I want to find out? When and where should I observe? How do I record what I observe? How do I organize the information I collect? -- Using what you learn. Revisiting the practice of observation. Making your program responsive to children. Responding to individuals and the group -- Getting started : observing every day. Tips for getting started. Reflect on the rewards of observing. Make observing part of your daily routine. Closing thoughts.
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Includes bibliographical references (pages 187-192).

Introduction. A personal look at observation. Beyond a set of skills : observing as an attitude of openness. What lies ahead -- Using observation to build relationships. Getting to know each child. Respecting and appreciating children. Connecting with children. Fostering children's competence and success -- You as observer. What you bring to observing. Striving for objectivity -- Guidelines for effective observation. Observe over time. Watch children in varied situations. Keep track of what you observe. Observe in and out of the action -- Becoming a skilled observer. What do I want to find out? When and where should I observe? How do I record what I observe? How do I organize the information I collect? -- Using what you learn. Revisiting the practice of observation. Making your program responsive to children. Responding to individuals and the group -- Getting started : observing every day. Tips for getting started. Reflect on the rewards of observing. Make observing part of your daily routine. Closing thoughts.

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