Syllabus for: ECE 9 - Observation and Assessment in Early ...

Curriculum Analysis and Comparisons:Describe at least 3 different curriculums for the preschool child and compare theirstrengths and weaknesses. You will need to state your thoughts about each ofthese curriculums and which ones you would choose to implement and why youfeel the curriculum is appropriate for the young child. Your paper must be at least500 words, double spaced and typed. Due on Thursday, Nov. 15 th . No late paperswill be accepted.Field Experience Labs:You will be required to complete child observations on a weekly basis using thevarious methods of observation and assessment. You will be asked to criticallycompare the use of formal and informal observations and assessment strategies andtheir strengths and weakness in helping you describe and evaluate the youngchild’s development. There will be a total of 8 observation assignments thissemester. These observations need to be performed in a quality child care program.Due Weekly at class sessions.Final Essay (Specific Learning Objective for ECE 6) Due Dec.6thYou will be asked to write an essay which will be selected from the course learningoutcomes . The learning outcome will be announced in advance.Assignments must be typed and no late papers will be accepted after the duedate assigned.This syllabus is subject to change. You will be notified of any changes in writing.Course Grade*96 to 100 = A90 to 95 = A-86 to 89 = B+83 to 85 = B80 to 82 = B-76 to 79 = C+70 to 75 = C60 to 69 = D0 to 59 = FSyllabus insert.doc