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	Observation [978187739813] $29.99
	Author(s): Podmore, Valerie ISBN: 9781877398131 Format: Paperback, 125pages Published: 2006

This book provides:

a comprehensive overview of the history of observation in early childhood education
a range of practical techniques, both qualitative and quantitative for practitioners
a section, mainly for researchers, on ethics and also recording, analysing, and reporting observational data.

It is rich in examples and draws on a variety of New Zealand studies to illustrate different approaches:

time sampling
category observations
rating scales
running records
ethnography
Learning Stories
Teaching Stories

It illustrates how observations in early childhood settings can contribute to providing high-qualilty education. Systematic observation, using sociocultural approaches can help teachers:

understand children's strengths and interests
participate sensitively in their learning
link theory with practice and critique theoretical ideas connect closely with Te Whāriki, the New Zealand early childhood curriculum
evaluate their teaching practice
understand aspects of children's worlds
practise more inclusive strategies for a diverse range of learners

The author has provided a stimulating array of ideas about observation and its benefits. Any practitioner or researcher using this book will find much to enhance their professional practice.

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