Authors:
Cristina Mesquita
1
and
Rui Pedro Lopes
2
Affiliations:
1
Polytechnic Institute of Bragança, Portugal
;
2
Polytechnic Institute of Bragança and University of Aveiro, Portugal
Keyword(s):
Observational Research, Children Observation, Smartphone App.
Related
Ontology
Subjects/Areas/Topics:
Assessment Software Tools
;
Communities of Practice
;
Computer-Aided Assessment
;
Computer-Supported Education
;
Learning/Teaching Methodologies and Assessment
;
Society, e-Business and e-Government
;
Web Information Systems and Technologies
Abstract:
Children observation is a time consuming and complex process that involves time and knowledge. However, when performed adequately, it is fundamental for both child and professionals development, allowing a sound basis for reflection and action around learning experiences and teaching environments. Following specific
guidelines and programs can help the teachers reduce inherent subjectivity. The EEL/DQP was developed to evaluate and improve quality in preschool education. This program is enhanced by using a rigorous observation process of children and adults. In this paper we propose an unified data model to structure the information
from the thirteen steps of the EEL/DQP. Moreover, we also describe a smartphone application to assist the observer, recording notes, sound, photos and video.