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Observational Assessment of Young Children's Social Behavior with Peers.
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Brown, William H.; And Others – Early Childhood Research Quarterly, 1996
Describes the role of observational research in the assessment of children's peer-related social competence and the conceptual frameworks that serve as a foundation for observational assessment of children's social goals. Describes technological advances that allow more descriptive, precise, and complex behavioral codes. Provides an example of an…
Descriptors: Evaluation Methods, Interpersonal Competence, Observation, Peer Relationship
The Eye of the Beholder: A Response to "Sociomoral Atmosphere...A Study of Teachers' Enacted Interpersonal Understanding."
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Gersten, Russell – Early Childhood Research Quarterly, 1991
The observational study of effective instructional processes in kindergarten by DeVries and others is critiqued. It is maintained that (1) the study takes a narrow approach to constructivism that does not reflect current thinking; (2) there are flaws in the coding system used; and (3) the understanding of instructional issues involving minority…
Descriptors: Behavioral Science Research, Classroom Environment, Coding, Evaluation Criteria
Using Research Methodology To Explore Quality of Social Interaction.
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Dunlop, Aline-Wendy – European Early Childhood Education Research Journal, 1998
Uses case studies on promoting interaction skills for integrating young children with special needs in nursery schools to examine the link between research methodology and promotion of educational quality. Asserts that the research process can influence interaction strategies and promote effective, reflective practice. Notes that teams need…
Descriptors: Adult Child Relationship, Case Studies, Data Collection, Interpersonal Competence