Understand the principles and requirements of assessment 1.1 Explain the functions of assessment in learning and development. In order to be able to explain the functions of assessment in learning and development‚ it must first be understood what is meant by assessment. The dictionary definition of assessment is "The evaluation or estimation of the nature‚ quality‚ or ability of someone or something." Fenton (1996) describes assessment as "the collection of relevant information that
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Effective communication is important in developing positive relationships with children‚ young people and adults as it forms a foundation on which any good relationship is established. When we talk to one another‚ we form an opinion of that person‚ judging their tone of voice‚ their body language and if the person is showing interest by maintaining eye contact. In becoming a Teaching Assistant especially‚ I want children of all ages‚ parents and staff to view me in a positive light‚ and as a role model
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relationships with children‚ young people and adults (also includes unit 333‚ 1.5) (NB: Please also refer to guidance in standards for words in bold) Why is effective communication important? Explain the principles of relationship building and the skills needed to develop positive relationships with children‚ young people and adults
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different types of people in your area and their cultures. Professional Oppurtunties - These can give you a chance to get updated on legislation‚ devlop your skills and knowledge‚ and learn about different needs and cultures. Unit 9.2.3 8. You can challenge discrimination through: a) Your Behaviour - By always being inclusive‚ being a good role model‚ always meeting peoples needs and respecting others. b) Reflecting on your own beliefs - By challenging your own beliefs and values and thinking about
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TDA 2.9: Support Children and Young people’s positive behaviour 1. Know the policies and procedures of the setting for promoting children and young people’s behaviour 1.1 Describe the policies and procedures of the setting relevant to promoting children and young people’s behaviour • Behaviour policy • Anti-bullying policy • Dealing with conflict and inappropriate behaviour • Rewards and sanctions Behaviour policy the behaviour policy is a guideline to staff on how pupils should behave. It is important
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Unit 014 Maintain and Support Relationships with children and Young People Outcome1: Be able to communicate with children and young people. Assessment Criteria The learner can: Communicate with children and young people in a way that is appropriate to the individual‚ using both conventional language and body language. There are two ways of communicating with children and young people ‚ conventional and body languages ‚ communication may be formal (adult-led activity) or informal (playtime or
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Understand Child and Young Person Development Sequence and Rate of Each Aspect of Development and the Importance of Them When looking at and discussing a child’s development‚ you have to remember that all children are different and grow at different rates. Every child will follow the same sequence but they may not necessarily do it at the same time as each other. For example‚ you could have two‚ 6 month old babies‚ 1 could already be able to crawl‚ and the other 1 may not have mastered it yet
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Book Review: “Is Voting for Young People?” (2E) by Martin Wattenberg Watternberg‚ Martin. Is Voting for Young People? With a Postscript on Citizen Engagement‚ 2nd edition. Harlow: Longman‚ 2007. In this concise work of political science‚ Professor Wattenberg of UC Irvine sketches the outline of a potentially serious problem facing modern democracies: the ever-declining political awareness and participation among youth. Wattenberg analyzes election surveys and public opinion polls in order to ascertain
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Promote child and young person’s development Unit 4222-344 1) Explain the importance of a person centred and inclusive approach and give examples of how important this is implemented in your work ( L.O2.3) A person centred approach should involve supporting a young person and focus on their needs and interests rather than what the worker perceives as important. All activities should be available to everyone‚ and particular activities are targeted at specific children‚ you must also consider
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Unit 10 Caring for children & young people P1-There are many different reasons why children and young people may need to be looked after which are unforeseen‚ unexpected and planned situations. Common reasons could involve family related issues including: family breakdown‚ bereavement‚ loss of parent‚ illness or incapacity of a parent such as: hospitalisation‚ substance misuse or mental health needs‚ which means there is no one else to provide care. A Child or young person are suspected or actually
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