Observation checklist in the classroom (structured – free choice)

Sharing –

Aldo- kids were very good at sharing, and were able to work well together and communicate with one and other

Children’s center- For the most part they were very good at sharing, but there were times that they would whine and steal toys from one and other

Notre Dame- was not able to see opportunity for sharing

Listening – students posture, position

- Aldo- kids listened very well; the teacher accommodated the needs for the students who had trouble listening to having them in a designated area.

- Children’s center- same as Aldo but there was not really a designated area for the kids that were rowdy.

- Notre Dame- the kids listened very well and they were placed in desks

Aggression

- Only witnessed aggression when it came to sharing toys in the children center, but it was very mild

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Helping

- kids all helped each other.

Creativity

Obeying the rules of the classroom

Engagement

How engaging are the centers?

- Aldo/ children center the kids were engaged and enjoyed sharing their work, because they were proud

- Kids were mildly engaged, but often walked out of their desks because they wanted to explore the room, but would be asked to sit down

Asking for help from teachers/one another

Gender roles

- Children center- boys and girls both played in dramatic play and took on the roles of different genders.

Technology play

- No real sign of technology in Aldo, Children Center has two computers and Notre Dame has a smart board.