There is 2 parts. A discussion and an Assignment…

Discussion

Outline pros and cons and take a
stand on standardized tests.

In your discussion, outline the
benefits and drawbacks of standardized texts. Consider how these tests are
supposed to function and what test scores seem to reflect or indicate about
student success. Think also about the long-term and wide-scale implications of
standardized tests. Use information from the text and your own knowledge and
experiences to support your response.

Once you’ve outlined some pros and
cons of standardized tests, make an argument for or against the use of
standardized tests to measure achievement and intelligence in individual
children and in schools. Support your argument with at least two specific
examples that highlight the merit of your argument.

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ASSIGNMENT

Deliverables

• One chart that illustrates physical developmental
  trajectories in young children and middle children. Chart may be drawn by
  hand and scanned for submission or constructed with computer software.
• One chart that illustrates cognitive developmental
  trajectories in young children and middle children. Chart may be drawn by
  hand and scanned for submission or constructed with computer software.
• One 2-3 page (500-750 word) discussion of two
  comparative developmental charts. Use word processing software.

Step 1: Construct two comparative
developmental charts.

Use the knowledge you have gained
through these four lessons to construct two charts—the first should illustrate
the physical developmental trajectory of young children and middle children and
the second should illustrate the cognitive developmental trajectory of young
children and middle children.

Choose a few specific domains of
developmental progress (e.g. major milestones, skills, abilities, behaviors,
etc.) to address when designing charts that illustrate both physical and
cognitive growth and development. Be sure to address the same domains for both
age groups so that your charts will demonstrate a clear comparison between
development in early childhood and middle childhood within a single
illustration.

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Step 2: Develop a detailed
discussion of comparative chart contents and implications.

Once you have completed your two
comparative developmental charts, analyze what they show and document your
findings. Then, discuss the implications of the charts in terms of what they
suggest about age-appropriate child care and instruction.

Consider the following questions
when writing your discussion:

• What are the key differences that your charts reflect
  in the realms of physical and cognitive development?
• What similarities do young and middle children share in
  their physical and cognitive development?
• What do these similarities and differences suggest
  about age-appropriate child care and instructional practices?
• How (specifically) can you use the content of the
  charts to adopt and adapt appropriate environments and activities for
  young and middle children?

Cite all sources appropriately.