Information Package / Course Catalogue
Observation Techniques in Early Childhood
Course Code: ÇGEL538
Course Type: Area Elective
Couse Group: Second Cycle (Master's Degree)
Education Language: Turkish
Work Placement: N/A
Theory: 2
Prt.: 2
Credit: 3
Lab: 0
ECTS: 8
Objectives of the Course

To be able to learn developmental evaluation and observation techniques, to be able to apply and interpret based on the evidence

Course Content

Specification of observation, features of good observation, points to be observed, types of observation, keeping records of observation and preparation of observation reports.

Name of Lecturer(s)
Prof. Selvinaz SAÇAN
Learning Outcomes
1.Explains the fundamental concepts and types of assessment.
2.Explains and compares observation types and their characteristics.
3.Applies observation techniques and interprets the obtained results.
4.Selects, applies, and interprets appropriate observation methods for the assessment of typically developing and children with special needs aged 0–18 years.
5.Integrates professional knowledge with information from different disciplines and uses it effectively in teamwork.
Recommended or Required Reading
1.Bayhan, P. (2013). Erken Çocuklukta Değerlendirme, Morpa, İstanbul.
2.Slentz, K.L. (2008). Assessment in early childhood. In Davidson C(Eds.),Guide to Assessment in Early Childhood. Washington DC: Washington State Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction.
3.Banta, T.W. (2003). Portfolio Assessment: Uses, Cases, Scoring and Impact, San Franciso CA: Jossey-Bass
4.Bracken, B.A.,&Nagle, R.J. (2007). Psychoeducational Assessment of Preschool Children.New Jersey: Lewrence Erlbaum Accociates,Inc.
5.Hebert, E.A. (2001). The Power for portfolio what children can teach us about learning and assessment. San Francisco: Jossey- Bass.
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
Week 1 - Theoretical
Definition and types of observation
Week 2 - Theoretical
Features of a good observation; compilation of observation data
Week 3 - Theoretical
Direct observations and sample records, time records, time sampling
Week 4 - Practice
Practice
Week 5 - Theoretical
Event sampling and practice
Week 6 - Theoretical
Scheduled activity lists, simple participation schedules, description, practice
Week 7 - Theoretical
Indirect observations, portfolios
Week 8 - Theoretical
Anectodal recording (Midterm)
Week 9 - Theoretical
Checklists
Week 10 - Theoretical
Rate scale
Week 11 - Theoretical
Observation Based Assessment Tools
Week 12 - Theoretical
Parent-Child Interaction monitoring
Week 13 - Practice
Practice
Week 14 - Theoretical
Preparation of Observation Report
Week 15 - Final Exam
Final exam
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Type of AssessmentCountPercent
Assignment2%25
Term Assignment1%25
Final Examination1%50
Workload Calculation
ActivitiesCountPreparationTimeTotal Work Load (hours)
Lecture - Theory1454126
Assignment210224
Term Project120222
Final Examination120222
TOTAL WORKLOAD (hours)194
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
PÇ-1
PÇ-2
PÇ-3
PÇ-4
PÇ-5
PÇ-6
PÇ-7
PÇ-8
PÇ-9
PÇ-10
OÇ-1
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
OÇ-2
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
OÇ-3
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
OÇ-4
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
OÇ-5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
Adnan Menderes University - Information Package / Course Catalogue
2026