In this Observation Project, you observe YouTube videos and take notes on them while trying to match guidelines they have for the first part ( Preparation and Observations). In part two, you look Research Regulations for Teachers/Caregivers for the state of VA . In part three, Writing the Observation Report in APA format.
Observation Report Project Fundamentals of Early Childhood Education : Observation Report Project Lesson 4 Overview 4.1 Record observations of child interactions in an early childhood facility Observation Report Project READING ASSIGNMENT Follow this procedure to submit your project online: 1. Log on to the Penn Foster website, and go to Student Portal. 2. Click on Take Exam. 3. Attach your file or files as follows: a. Click on the Browse box. b. Locate the file you wish to attach. c. Double-click on the file. d. Click on Upload File. 4. Enter your email address in the box provided. (Note: This information is required for online submissions.) 5. If you wish to tell your instructor anything specific regarding this assignment, enter it in the Message box. 6. Click on Submit File. Overview In this course, you've learned about the importance of observation used © 2020 Penn Foster Inc. Fundamentals of Early Childhood Education (v1) : Lesson 4 : Page 1 as a tool for assessment, and you've also examined ways to gain professional development through reflection of self and others. One excellent way to increase your ability to recognize and ultimately provide quality early childhood education and care is to observe child-care practices in a real-world setting. Asking specific questions about the program (the same type of questions an interested parent might ask) can help you learn more about the types of child care available in your area. This graded assignment is designed to help you expand your understanding of the lesson material, apply your knowledge to practical situations, and think in detail about the quality and improvement of the child care offered. Instructions This graded assignment will have three related parts. Read all of the directions for the entire assignment before beginning. When you complete your project, you'll submit information from all three parts of the graded assignment at the same time. Part 1: Preparation and Observations Go to the Focused Observation Playlist by Redleaf Press (www.youtub e.com/playlist?list=PLknl7Z_QI4MzaXeOe3CjFqL_CLQa44yWO) on YouTube. Review the videos (25 total, approximately one hour) on the list, taking note of at least four of the following items observed and © 2020 Penn Foster Inc. Fundamentals of Early Childhood Education (v1) : Lesson 4 : Page 2 provide short comments on each area checked. You'll include this checklist when you submit your project and elaborate on your observations in part three, the Observation Report. ✓ Observation Components Comments I.