Problem
1) When gathering information on children discuss any three of the following techniques to observation that you might be able to use and who may b e involved in these:
a) Anecdotal
b) Learning stories
c) Jottings
d) Digital images
e) Work samples
f) Sociograms
2) There may be many different stakeholders involved in a child's education who can also be valuable sources of information for observing. Give a brief explanation for each type of person listed below
a) Children
b) Family
c) Educators
d) Carers and significant adults
e) Community
f) Other relevant professionals
3) Language is very important when making and documenting observations about children. What role do subjective and objective language have in your observations?
4) How can you avoid negative labelling of children?
5) How does past and present tense affect an observation?
6) When observing children, it is very important that you avoid bias. How can you avoid bias in your observations and why is it important
7) Why is questioning and reviewing information helpful to developing an understanding about children's learning and requirements
8) What are some ways you can question and review information to get a better understanding of children's needs?
9) Describe, in only 200 words, how educators can contribute to planning a program using information gathered
10) Information gathered by an educator can support planning. Identify four possible ways in which an educator would find the information gathered to be helpful
11) Reflective practice is an important part of education. Give a brief description of reflective practice and reflection.
12) Why is reflective practice used and what makes meaningful reflection?
13) Identify and explain the three main types of reflections that form part of the NQS's reflective practices
14) Discuss two strategies from the NQS that will support reflective practices in educators
15) To meet the organizational policies and standards, discuss what educators can focus on while reflecting on their practices, in relation to the EYLF. Your response should be a minimum of 100 words
16) Briefly outline why a service will have their own policies and procedures
17) What is the purpose of policies and procedures relating to the following quality areas?
a) Collaborative partnerships with families and communities.
b) Educational program and practice.
c) Relationships with the child.