Unit 3.15: Use longitudinal studies to observe, assess and plan for children’s needs
Understand the purpose of undertaking Longitudinal Studies
- 1.1 Explain how Longitudinal Study is used as an assessment tool
- 1.2 Evaluate benefits of undertaking a Longitudinal Study for: the child, Early Years practitioners, others
Be able to use observations to assess and plan for the developmental needs of children in line with current frameworks
- 2.1 Carry out Longitudinal Studies using methods of observation to assess the changing developmental needs of children
- 2.2 Maintain records of observation, assessment and planning
- 2.3 Evaluate observations in relation to: expected developmental stages, current frameworks, theoretical perspectives
- 2.4 Devise plans which meet the developmental needs and interests of children
- 2.5 Implement plans which meet the developmental needs and interests of children
Be able to critically evaluate the outcomes of Longitudinal Studies
- 3.1 Critically evaluate the outcomes of Longitudinal Studies
