Observation/Assessment

Portfolio

a collection of the child's work and pictures of the child, including observations about what the child is doing in the picture.

Initial Assessment

a snapshot of the entire class

Subjective Statement

a statement with an opinion

Objective Statement

a statement with facts only

Ongoing Assessment

an assessment that provides a richer, in depth material because of the amount of time it takes.

Participation Chart

developed to gain information on specific aspects of a child's behavior

Observation

one several means of obtaining information or data

Assessment

the process of collecting information or data

Evaluation

the process of reviewing the information and finding value in it

Checklist

the simplest form of observation where the observer checks off listed behavior

Rating Scale

used to record the degree to which a quality/trait is present

Anecdotal Observation

when teachers record observations of behavior