ECE 440 - Assessment in Early Childhood Education.

ECE 100, ECE 200, ECE 225, ECE 235; prior or concurrent election of ECE 240, ECE 340, EDE 360. (3).

Exploration of principles and purposes of assessment in early childhood. Techniques and strategies of ongoing instructional assessment; how to use the information gained to deepen knowledge of children and guide instructional planning. Particular focus is placed upon assessment issues specific to early childhood; the use of assessment to support curriculum standards with children aged 0-8 years.