CHIL 120 - Observation and Assessment in Early Childhood Programs
- Recent Professors
- Veronica Kristin Dayag
- Recent Semesters
- Fall 2026
- Class Size
- 25 students
- Difficulty
- 4.3Lightout of 10
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisite
- CHIL 101 with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent
- Fall 2026 Sections
- View Fall 2026 sections of CHIL 120
- Transfers To
- CSU
- Description
- This course is an introduction to the appropriate use of assessment and observation tools and provides strategies for documenting young children’s development and learning. Emphasis is placed on the use of data to inform the planning of learning environments and curriculum experiences. Topics include strategies for collaboration with families and professionals. Ten hours of observation in a child care setting is required. This course is designed for students majoring in child development and those interested in the field.