INFORMAL

ASSESSMENT:
RUNNING
RECORD AND
CHECKLIST
RUNNING RECORD
The running record is another method of recording
development and learning. It is a more detailed
narrative of a child’s behavior that includes the
sequence of events. The running record includes
everything that occurred over a period that is, all
behavior observed, rather than the particular
incidents that are used for the anecdotal record.
Running records are also used to
assess emergent literacy.
This may be used for reading
instruction.
 RUNNING RECORDS SHOWS
THREE MAIN COLUMNS:

1. the context and background comments, that give a

clear Idea of the setting.
2. The intensive observation provides space for an
accurate, objective, detailed description of an incident,
describing children’s actions and speech as well as how
they seem to feel.
 3. Reflection or an analysis of every action is not
necessary or desirable, but making sensible and well-
thought-out reflection is advisable.
Context/Background Intensive Observation Reflection or Comments
Comment/Time

Interpretation
CHECKLISTS
The checklist is used to assess what the
pupil says and does at a particular point in
time; use of dates or different colored inks
at different dates helps to track changes
over time.
 SAMPLE A: TYPE OF PLAY
BEHAVIOR EXHIBITED
P = pararrel
A = association
C = cooperation

9:00 9:05 9:10 9:15

. P A C P A C P A C P A C

1. Dapit __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __
2. Arnel __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __
 SAMPLE B: CHILDREN’S
BEHAVIOR CHECKLIST
Name : ___________________________ School/Angency : _____________________
Age : ______________ Grade : __________ Sex : _______ Time of day : __________
Birth Date : __________________ Checker : _________________________________

Directions: Check (✔) only those statements which you feel are true of the child. Do not
guess if you are not certain.

1. ( ) Vigorous and energetic in his attack on a project

2. ( ) Overcautious, not venturesome, afraid to attempt the untried
3. ( ) Nearly always accomplishes tasks in spite of difficulties
4. ( ) Voice animated, alive
5. ( ) Does not become fatigued easily
6. ( ) Poor in concentration
7. ( ) Merely copies other children’s reactions, not original
8. ( ) Concentrate well at his task
9. ( ) Original and inventive reactions
10. ( ) Curious and questioning
11. ( ) Expresses himself well for his age
12. ( ) Resourceful in dealing with difficult situations
13. ( ) Poor use of language for his age
14. ( ) Patient
15. ( ) Absorbed, self-sufficient in his activity
 SAMPLE C: INVENTORY OF
MOTOR AND SELF SKILL
Child’s Name :__________________________Date of Birth : ____________________
Date of Test : ___________________________ Teachers Name : _________________

1. Puts together three-piece puzzle __Yes No__

2. Snips with scissors. __Yes No__

3. Picks up pins or buttons with each eye separately covered __Yes No__
4. Paints strokes, dots, or circular shapes on easel 4 __Yes No__
5. Can roll, pound, squeeze, and pull clay. __Yes No__
6. Holds crayons with fingers not with fist __Yes No__

7. Puts together eight-piece (or more) puzzle __Yes No__

8. Makes clay shapes with two or three parts __Yes No__

9. Uses scissors cuts on curve __Yes No__

10. Screws together a threaded object __Yes No__

SAMPLE D : ECCD
CHECKLIST
Name of examiner : ________________________________________Date administered :
________________________________________
Place where test is administered : ______________________________
To the examiner :
Please fill out the spaces below for additional information. Thank you very much.
Write down your notes, descriptions and observations on the following points:

Child’s background (ex. Behavior/health/etc.)

____________________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________

Family environment (ex. Health of family members/family problems/ economic conditions/etc.)

____________________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________
Parents’ stimulating activities for the child (What are the activities/things that the parents do to help stimulate the
child’s development
____________________________________________________________________________________
Home environment (ex. Facilities/type of house/ household items/interaction/etc.)

_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________

Others
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THANK
YOU !