Effective assessment portfolio

portfolio overview

this assignment examines the advantages and disadvantages of various types of assessments in early childhood.

portfolio goal

write a brief analysis concerning which types of assessments are effective.

portfolio details

research the national association for the education of young children’s (naeyc) indicators for effective assessment. some of these indicators include methods that are developmentally appropriate, culturally responsive, and inclusive of families.

click on the link below to view the early childhood curriculum, assessment, and program evaluation page from the naeyc website.

write a brief analysis as to whether the following assessment types are effective using the naeyc’s indicators for effective assessment as a guide.

observation with narrative
interviews
conferences
collecting work samples
checklists
frequency counts
portfolios and/or documentation panels
rating scales
rubrics
click on the link below to access the effective assessment rubric.