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A checklist is a chart/graph of concepts and skills organized in a format that can be used to plan instruction and help keep records

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They are effective and convenient

Help with documentation of new skills and already known ones

Guideline for sequenced learning

Curriculum development

Little training/instruction required

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Time consuming

Reduces time spent educating/playing with children

Do not improve learning and development

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An instrument that was developed to measure authentic and performance assessments that are given to determine qualitative characteristic on a scale.

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Helps with guidelines for quality student work/performance

Adaptable and Flexible

Easily changed

Can be translated into grades if desired

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Trouble determining assessments/scoring criteria

Not modifying/using as is

Inappropriately using them

Some lack validity and reliability

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A scale using categories that allow the observer to indicate the degree of a person possesses. Also, can help evaluate for possible learning disabilities in an individual.

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They are unique observation forms

Can be used as a behavioral measurement

Measure's ability to work with others

They are quick and easy to create

Useful to assess child's progress/understanding of materials

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Can be subjective/bias

Tells little of why behavioral problem causes are

Gives impressions of children, not a full view of the entire child.

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Numerical rating scales

Graphic rating Scales

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Early Childhood Environment Rating Scale, Third Edition

Observing and Recording the Behavior of Young Children