Are you struggling with the complexities of assessment? Demystifying the process of assessment for learning in the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), this book explains in straightforward language how to put principles into practice. Looking at models of assessment, the book draws heavily on examples of real assessments from practice, and the relevant theory is explained in context. Lessons from research are applied to best practice, and issues covered include: - self-assessment and peer assessment - collecting evidence as a basis for making judgements - how to track the child's development in the six areas of learning - using assessment to inform future planning - summative assessment in the EYFS - involving parents and carers in the assessment process - using assessment to support children with additional needs - moderation Throughout the book there are plenty of practical examples from a range of early years settings, with case studies for the Birth to Five age range. Students, teachers, teaching assistants and those working towards Early Years Professional Status (EYPS) will find this an invaluable guide.
While this supports the clarification of the purpose of assessment, it also ensures that the critical aspects of ... context of summarising this in judgement on their learning and development: When assessing communication, language and ...
This book is an essential part of all early years bookshelves as the government expects 80% of the judgements on progress towards the Early Learning Goals to be based on observations of children in 'child-initiated' play environments.
'EYFS profile data is used to: • support a smooth transition to key stage 1 (KS1) by informing the professional dialogue between EYFS and KS1 teachers • help year 1 teachers plan an effective, responsive and appropriate curriculum that ...
Drawing upon an inspiring collaboration between London nursery schools, this book explores and reconsiders the purpose of observation in early years settings.
The main focus of this book covers how to observe children in the setting, and how, using the results from summative assessment in partnership with parents, can help children fill their potential.
Sociogram: 9:00 Jake was playing with Adil, Harry and Sam on the carpet. 9:20 Jake and Harry went outside. 9:30 Jake and Harry were joined by Callum and Charlie. 9:40 Jake invited Angus to join in with them. 10:30 Jake was playing by ...
PERSONAL,. SOCIAL. AND. EMOTIONAL. DEVELOPMENT. Ioanna. Palaiologou. Chapter Aims It is emphasised in EYFS that the early years in a child's life are important for the formation of personal, social and emotional development.
It is important that children who enter your EYFS provision develop physically, emotionally, intellectually, creatively and spiritually. They should be provided with opportunities to develop a positive attitude to their learning in ...
This exciting new text explores the changing context and increasing importance of early years policy. It takes a broad look at policy developments and shows how these have affected children, settings, parents and the early years workforce.
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