The biggest challenge is how too accurate assess if the children in this age group are gaining in knowledge from what you are introducing them to. When creating a test for this age group which is 4-5 year olds it important that you create something that is not only age appropriate, but also developmentally appropriate as well.
The 3 choices that I used for developing test for my age group are.
1. Matching- I chose matching because it allowed for the opportunity to use pictures and words for the test. Young children often need visual cues.
2. Multiple Choice- I chose multiple choices for my second test. Again this is a simpler test for young children and I would be able to use words that they are familiar with in simple sentences. I am also able to use one or two word answers for choices.
3. Essay question.-Finally the essay test would prove to be the most challenging of the three.
I put a little twist on it. I f I were asking an essay question for pre- kindergarteners, I would use it as a group question. I would document what each child's s statement. It is not the traditional way of using an essay test, but for this age group made the most sense.
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