CPT Observation and Assessment Methods 2

Question 1

A teacher notices a child repeatedly avoiding the block area during free play. What is the most appropriate first step?

Accepted Answer

Document the behavior with anecdotal notes over several days

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Remove the block area from the classroom

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Immediately consult a specialist

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Ask the child why they dislike blocks

Question 2

Which type of assessment tool uses a 'yes/no' or 'present/absent' format to record whether a child demonstrates specific skills?

Accepted Answer

Checklist

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Anecdotal record

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Rating scale

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Portfolio

Question 3

When conducting a running record, the observer should:

Accepted Answer

Write a continuous, detailed account of everything observed

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Interact with the child to prompt behaviors

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Record only negative behaviors

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Use predetermined categories to tally behaviors

Question 4

A preschool teacher wants to assess a child's fine motor development. Which method would provide the most authentic evidence?

Accepted Answer

Work samples such as drawings and cut paper projects

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A standardized written test

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Parent survey only

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A one-time structured interview

Question 5

What does the term 'inter-rater reliability' mean in the context of early childhood assessment?

Accepted Answer

Two or more observers independently produce consistent results

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The assessment is repeated at regular intervals

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Parents and teachers agree on outcomes

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The child performs consistently across settings

Question 6

Which of the following best describes a 'time sampling' observation technique?

Accepted Answer

Recording behavior at predetermined, regular intervals

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Observing one child for an entire day

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Collecting work samples at the end of each month

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Interviewing children about their play choices

Question 7

A teacher reviews video footage of the classroom to analyze peer interactions. This is an example of which observation method?

Accepted Answer

Technological documentation

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Event sampling

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Participant observation

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Structured interview