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Title: Preschooler Observation ProjectSyeda Hiba QasmiIvy Tech Community CollegeInTASC Standard, Description and RationaleStandard# 8 Instructional StrategiesThe teacher understands and uses a variety of instructional strategies to encourage learners to develop deep understanding of content areas and their connections, and to build skills to apply knowledge in meaningful ways.Name of Artifact: Preschooler Observation ProjectDate: March 9, 2014Course EDUC 121Brief Description:For this assignment, I observed a 4 year old child. This assignment will help me to better understand the preschooler’s physical development process. In this observation the topics I have covered for the preschooler’s observation are his physical, intellectual, emotional, and social development. Further in this observation we are going to discuss whether the preschooler’s growth is typical for his age group, the difference in his behavior, and the signs of independence, if any observed.Rationale:To document my understanding of Standard#8 Instructional Strategies, I decided to include the Preschoolers Observation Project because the preschooler is observed under naturalistic observation in which the child engages in various activities and reacts to certain situations spontaneously, or naturally. This project will help me better understand the typical growth and development for preschooler of this particular age group. Introduction:Preschooler’s age range is from 3- 5 years of age, in this age group the child is developing more socially, has real friendships and understands the causes of feelings. Physically they are much more coordinated in high energy activities such as running and climbing and may have progressed to riding a tricycle. All children develop at different rates; however, in this age range there are some skills that are especially important for your child’s self-esteem and learning. For example, being able to speak clearly is important in order to be understood by others. (Department of Education and Early Childhood Education). In this observation I decided to observe and to understand the essential growth and development factors of a preschooler. The preschool under observation for this project name is Shepard. He is 4 years old. He is white, and has brown hair with dark brown eyes, chubby cheeks. He has been observed in a day care class room on March 5, 2014 at 3: 00 pm. In what ways did the child you observed seem typical of this age group?All children develop a little differently. If you are concerned about your child's development, talk to your child's health care provider.PHYSICAL DEVELOPMENTGains about 4-5 lbs per yearGrows 2-3 inches per yearHas all 20 primary teeth by age 3Vision is 20/20 by age 4Sleeps 11-13 hours a day, usually without a napGross motor development in the 3- to 6-year-old should include: Becoming more skilled at running, jumping, early throwing, and kickingCatching a bounced ballPedaling a tricycle (at 3 years); becoming able to steer well at around age 4Hopping on one foot (at around 4 years), and later balancing on one foot for up to 5 secondsDoing a heel-to-toe walk (at around age 5)Fine motor development milestones should include: At about age 3: Drawing a circleDrawing a person with three partsBeginning to use children's blunt-nose scissorsSelf-dressing (with supervision)At about age 4: Drawing a squareUsing scissors, and eventually cutting a straight linePutting on clothes properlyManaging a spoon and fork neatly while eatingAt about age 5: Spreading with a knifeDrawing a triangleLANGUAGE DEVELOPMENTThe 3-year-old uses: Pronouns and prepositions appropriatelyThree-word sentencesPlural wordsThe 4-year-old begins to: Understand size relationshipsFollow a three-step commandCount to fourName four colorsEnjoy rhymes and word playThe 5-year-old: Shows early understanding of time conceptsCounts to 10Knows telephone numberResponds to "why" questionsStuttering may occur in the normal language development of toddlers ages 3 - 4 years. It occurs because ideas come to mind faster than the child is able to express them, especially if the toddler is stressed or excited.When the child is speaking, give your full, prompt attention. Do not comment on the stuttering. Consider having the child evaluated by a speech pathologist if:There are other signs with the stuttering, such as tics, grimacing, or extreme self-consciousnessThe stuttering lasts longer than 6 months. (Nelson Textbook of Pediatrics).Shepard is able to able to walk, and run in improved way as compared to a toddler. He is able to understand the number, he is also able to add numbers, and talk and make complete sentences. His drawing skills are improved, he colors in the area given and also is able to make 50 pieces puzzles. He can use scissors to cut paper, he is able to name the colors, and also mix different colors and produce a new color. He also responds to questions asked and follows the instructions given by the teacher. Therefore he is typical for his age group. Did any of the child’s behavior seem unusual for this age? Explain.Child behavior depends on temperament. For example: It’s normal for high-energy, emotionally intense preschoolers to push the limits and show aggression.It’s normal for sensitive, cautious preschoolers to experience separation anxiety. Adults who don’t understand temperament may describe your preschooler as aggressive, stubborn, hyper, or just plain bad. (The Preventive Ounce).Fortunately the child I observed that is Shepard, was extremely polite, cheerful, and a child with well manners. During the observation I did not see him showing any signs of aggression, and or frustration. I would say he was a really happy and calm child, he loved talking and playing with his friends, and teachers. I think this behavior of him was kind of unusual for me for his age group. Has this observation experience helped you better understand preschoolers? Why or why not?The preschool observation has helped me understand the children of age group 3- 5 in a very different and productive way. It was different because as I have read in various books and researches that each children develop and grow on their own pace, as it says that children at this age show signs of aggressions, but as compared to Shepard he is extremely polite and a person with calm personality. His observation lead me to the point that each child is different and grows on their own pace, some are faster and mature quickly at their age and some are slow. Conclusion:In the preschool observation I learnt the different developmental factors of this age group and after observing Shepard I learnt in a practical way the growth process amongst 4 year olds. I recommend all the teachers besides book, service learning helps in development of teachers’ mind and their teachers skills. ReferencesFeigelman S. The preschool years. In: Kliegman RM, Behrman RE, Jenson HB, Stanton BF, eds. Nelson Textbook of Pediatrics. 19th ed. Philadelphia, Pa: Saunders Elsevier; 2011:chap 10.. (October 3, 2013). (2013). ................
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