Evaluate the reasons for objectivity when recording observations

Qualification: Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Educator
Unit: Unit 3.14: Use observation, assessment and planning to promote the development of children
Learning outcome: 3 Understand professional practice in relation to the observation of children
Assessment criteria: 3.2 Evaluate the reasons for objectivity when recording observations

• Objectivity is important when recording observations because:
  • It provides an accurate, factual and true record
  • It reduces bias and prejudice
  • It ensures a complete picture of the child
• It is important to understand that we all have biases and prejudices and we should practice objectivity to reduce the likelihood of them influencing our observations
• E.g. familiarity or fondness of a child, opinions of others and our own opinions, values and beliefs could cloud our judgment