Assessing Young Children (5th Edition), Paperback, 5 Edition by Mindes, Gayle

Paperback: 5 Edition
9780133519235
0133519236

Publication Date: 2014-04-17
Publisher: Pearson
Paperback : 352 pages
Edition: 5 Edition
Author: Mindes, Gayle
ISBN-10: 0133519236
ISBN-13: 9780133519235

Product Description Note: This is the bound book only and does not include access to the Enhanced Pearson eText. To order the Enhanced Pearson eText packaged with a bound book, use ISBN 0133831558. Assessing Young Children, 5/e by Mindes and Yung is the ideal resource for pre- and in-service teachers with a need to understand the broad range of assessment issues in early childhood and to deliver an effective educational program for all young children from birth through age eight. Grounded in research-based and recommended practices, it prepares teachers to assess young children in a variety of settings, including inclusive environments, blending early childhood and early childhood special education. Students learn about assessment practices from observation to the complexities of referring children for special education or early intervention evaluation. The focus throughout is on working with interdisciplinary teams to serve a diverse population of children. The new Fifth Edition features a “Cultural Connections” section in each chapter clarifying applications of the topic with children from diverse cultural backgrounds. Particular attention is paid to English learners. The Enhanced Pearson eText features embedded video and internet resources. Improve mastery and retention with the Enhanced Pearson eText* The Enhanced Pearson eText provides a rich, interactive learning environment designed to improve student mastery of content. The Enhanced Pearson eText is: Engaging. The new interactive, multimedia learning features were developed by the authors and other subject-matter experts to deepen and enrich the learning experience. Convenient. Enjoy instant online access from your computer or download the Pearson eText App to read on or offline on your iPad® and Android® tablet.* Affordable. The Enhanced Pearson eText may be purchased stand-alone or with a loose-leaf version of the text for 40-65% less than a print bound book. *The Enhanced eText features are only available in the Pearson eText format. They are not available in third-party eTexts or downloads. *The Pearson eText App is available on Google Play and in the App Store. It requires Android OS 3.1-4, a 7” or 10” tablet, or iPad iOS 5.0 or later. From the Back Cover This comprehensive text guides students in preparing to assess young children in a variety of settings, including inclusive environments, blending early childhood and early childhood special education. Students learn about assessment issues, from basic observation and other foundational assessment practices to the complexities of referring children for special education or early intervention evaluation. The focus throughout is on working with interdisciplinary teams to serve a diverse population of children. Pre-service teachers with a need to understand the broad range of assessment issues in early childhood and to deliver an effective educational program for all young children from birth through age eight can turn to this comprehensive and contemporary resource. Grounded in research-based and recommended practices, Gayle Mindes’ new edition is strengthened by collaboration with a new co-author, Lee Ann Jung. The new Fifth Edition features: The experience and expertise of a new co-author, Lee Ann Jung. A focus on standards, in particular the Common Core State Standards. A Cultural Connections section in each chapter clarifies applications of the topic with children from diverse cultural backgrounds. Increased emphasis on English learners. A number pedagogical features designed to ensure comprehension of the concepts, among them: A Portfolio Template with Examples from the Field, a Technology Connection feature with Ideas for Classroom Implementation, and videos integrated in the Pearson eText. Discussions of important topics such as: learning stories as a method for recording observations, eco maps and routines-based interviews, types of test scores, formative and summative assessment, Response to Intervention,