This course focuses on the critical role of observing and recording in programs for young children. Course content highlights the value of observing and recording in understanding child development as well as its role in assessing the design, responsiveness and quality of programs offered in our community.
Prerequisites
ECCE 1303.
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What you will learn
- 1. The principles of observing and recording children's activities
- a. Observation and recording in terms of children's activities
- b. The different types of observation techniques
- c. The appropriate terminology to describe observation techniques
- d. Ethical approach to observing and recording (e.g. confidentiality)
- e. Guidelines that provide a framework for objective and reliable observation
- 2. Observe and record pedagogical narrations
- a. Purpose of pedagogical narratives
- b. How to create a pedagogical narrative
- 3. Interpret pedagogical narratives
- a. A child's perspective during ordinary moments in the early childhood setting
- b. A child's ordinary moment
- c. How children use their senses
- d. Observe and record a child using his/her senses to explore and construct his/her world
- e. Interpret observations to plan curriculum and learning activities
How to register
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Course schedules
Select your program to see the available course schedules.
Contact us
If you have any question, please email at advising@vcc.ca.
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.