아동관찰 및 행동연구 관련 전공 서적 분석

Abstract

Objectives The purpose of this study was to analyze major books related to child observation and behavioral research that help pre-service early childhood teacher to develop basic knowledge necessary for observing young children. Methods In this study, 20 major books related to child observation and behavior research published from August 2019 to August 2021 were analyzed. The selected major books were systematically analyzed according to subjects, and play observations. The collected analysis data were analyzed for frequency using an Excel program. Results In the subjects of major books, basic concepts such as concepts, necessity, and purpose were dealt with in relation to child observation. In addition, the subjects of the major books included understanding child observation, types of child observation, and methods of child observation. On the other hand, some major books did not cover understanding child behavior research, types of child behavior research, and methods of child behavior research. As a result of analyzing the contents of observation of play, the observation of young children was presented rather than observation of infants at the age of play. In the play space, all major books suggested observation of indoor free play. In the indoor play by interest area, both infants and young children were able to see dramatic play area and block play area. The play observation methods were mainly anecdotal records and timetable method. Conclusions As the importance of observation, including early childhood play, has grown in early childhood education institutions, this study was proposed a direction for the composition of major books related to child observation and behavioral research.