a very young child takes off his socks. the caregiver puts it back on, the child takes it off again repeating it. child is engaged in play (d) (a)functional b. constructive c, rule-based d. dramatic
2. which of the foll. is best suited to a formative assessment of progress?
a. muscular strenth and endurance b. body fat analysis c. flexibility d. awareness of self and space (answer a)
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1. In order to determine the answer to the first question, we need to understand the different types of play according to child development theories. Let's break down the options:
a) Functional play refers to when a child engages in activities that involve repetitive actions, such as rolling a toy car back and forth. This option doesn't seem to fit the scenario described.
b) Constructive play involves building or creating things, such as stacking blocks or playing with building sets. This option doesn't fit the scenario either.
c) Rule-based play involves following specific guidelines or rules during play, for example, playing a board game or following structured games. This option doesn't align with the situation described.
d) Dramatic play, also known as pretend play, involves children taking on different roles and using their imagination to create scenarios. In this case, the child repeatedly taking off his socks and the caregiver putting them back on can be seen as a form of dramatic play, where the child is pretending to be someone who needs help or is engaging in a repetitive action for enjoyment.
Therefore, the correct answer to the first question is d) dramatic play.
2. To determine the best-suited formative assessment of progress among the given options, let's consider:
a) Muscular strength and endurance assessment evaluates the physical abilities related to strength and stamina. While it can be used to assess progress, it may not be the most appropriate option in this context as it does not directly relate to formative assessment.
b) Body fat analysis measures the amount of body fat a person has. While this assessment might provide valuable information about an individual's health, it is not directly related to formative assessment.
c) Flexibility assessment involves measuring the range of motion and joint flexibility. Like the previous options, it may have value but is not specifically related to formative assessment.
d) Awareness of self and space refers to a person's understanding of their own body and the environment around them. This includes concepts like body awareness and spatial awareness, which are essential for movement and coordination. In the context of formative assessment, this option seems to be the most fitting as it assesses a person's progress in spatial awareness and self-awareness, which are crucial aspects of physical development.
Therefore, the best-suited formative assessment of progress among the given options is d) awareness of self and space.