Basics of Assessment: A Primer for Early Childhood Professionals (Basics series)

Many early childhood educators are unsure of how to assess young children’s development and learning. This straightforward book will help increase understanding of child assessment, including its specialized and often confusing vocabulary. Focusing on children’s development and learning, the authors provide an overview of basic assessment concepts. Acknowledgments About This Booklet Getting Acquainted with Assessment A Definition The Process of Assessment Why We Assess Young Children Sound Assessment Is . Doing Assessment Assessment in the Classroom What Can (and Should) Be Assessed When to Assess Gathering Information about Children Looking at the Information You Gathered Using Your Assessment Information Making Assessment a Part of Your Classroom Resources References For More Information Glossary