CCP Observation and Assessment 2

Question 1

A caregiver notices a toddler consistently avoids eye contact and does not respond to his name. What is the most appropriate next step?

Accepted Answer

Document the behavior and share concerns with the family and a developmental specialist

Answer

Documenting observations and communicating with families and specialists is the appropriate response when a developmental concern is identified.

Question 2

Which type of assessment involves collecting children's work samples, photographs, and caregiver notes over time?

Accepted Answer

Portfolio assessment

Answer

Portfolio assessment compiles multiple evidence types over time to document a child's growth and learning.

Question 3

A running record differs from an anecdotal record primarily because a running record:

Accepted Answer

Documents everything observed during a set time period continuously

Answer

A running record captures all behavior in sequence during a defined observation window, unlike anecdotal records which note specific incidents.

Question 4

When using a rating scale to assess a child's social skills, the observer assigns a number from 1–5 for each behavior. This method is best described as:

Accepted Answer

Structured rating

Answer

Structured rating scales use numerical values to quantify the degree to which a child exhibits specific behaviors.

Question 5

An infant care provider documents that a 9-month-old pulls to stand independently for the first time. This milestone is best classified as:

Accepted Answer

Gross motor development

Answer

Pulling to stand uses large muscle groups and is a gross motor milestone typical around 9–10 months of age.

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CCP Observation and Assessment 2