CD 52
Observation and Assessment of Children
Course Description
The course presents the appropriate use of assessment and observational strategies to understand and document development and behavior. Recording strategies, rating systems, portfolios, and multiple assessment tools are explored. (This course meets NAEYC Standards 1a,1b,2a,2c,3a,3b,3c, 3d,6b,6c SS3, SS5; NBPTS Standards 3 and 4; DEC Standard 8 Assessment; CA Early Childhood Educator Competency Focus 1: Observation, Screening, Assessment and Documentation; CA ECE/Infant Family Early Childhood Mental Health Competencies Areas B and E.)
Class Details
| CRN | Course | Section | Days | Times | Instructor | Loc |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21537 | CD 52 | 01Z | ··W···· | 06:30 PM-08:20 PM | Phyllis De Motta | ONLINE |
| ······· | TBA-TBA |
Class Dates: This class runs from 2026-09-21 to 2026-12-11.
Footnote:
C D -052.-01Z-: Fully ONLINE. This is an online class with SOME scheduled meetings as noted in the class listing. The rest of the class can be completed independently each week on the student's own time. Students must have access to a computer, the internet and an individual email address. Most De Anza classes will use the Canvas course management system. Information about Canvas and Online Education Orientation can be found in Canvas on the Student Resources page: https://deanza.instructure.com/courses/3382. The Student Online Resources hub with extensive information and tips can be found at deanza.edu/online-ed/students/remotelearning.
Class Materials
View textbook and/or other materials available at the Bookstore.
Course Details
- Units
- 4 Units
- Hours
- Weekly Lecture Hours: 4
- Weekly Lab Hours: 0
- Program Status
- Program Applicable
- Credit
- Credit - Degree Applicable
- Grading Method
- Pass/Fail Grading
Requisite and Advisory
- Advisory
- ESL D272. and ESL D273., or ESL D472. and ESL D473., or eligibility for ENGL C1000 or ENGL C1000H or ESL D005.