Recognize the importance of accurate and efficient documentation of observations and assessments.
Central Objective: Recognize the importance of accurate and efficient documentation of observations and assessments in early childhood education and child care centers. Supporting Elements: Demonstrate an understanding of observational techniques that yield accurate and objective observations to inform planning, individualized instruction, and progress reporting.Trainings incorporating this outcome
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Related Outcomes
- Demonstrate an understanding of observational techniques that result in accurate and objective observation
- Recognize the importance of observing and gathering information related to children and youth's development.
- Identify and discuss of the importance of using a variety of assessment methods.
- Recognize the importance of the use of developmental screenings.
- Recognize the importance of clear and appropriate articulation of sounds and words when communicating..
- Recognize the importance of maintaining confidentiality and privacy in communication with families.
- Recognize the importance of demonstrating respect for the diversity of all children and youth and families’ culture, language, and religion in all interactions (anti-bias and cultural responsiveness techniques).
- Recognize the importance of problem solving and conflict resolution strategies with community members and families.
- Recognize the importance of collaborating to improve academic performance.
- Recognize the importance of knowing the stages of development
- Recognize informal and formal assessments to plan activities, individualize programs, and improve program quality.
- Demonstrate understanding of using assessment and observations for short and long term goal development for ages four and above.
- Explain the benefits of Observation and Assessment
- Recognize the importance of consistency, continuity, and responsiveness in supporting pro-social behaviors in children.
- Recognize the importance of music in both child development and curriculum.
- Demonstrate understanding of observational and assessment techniques to track skill development and individual need
- Recognize the importance and components of an effective parent questionnaire.
- Recognize the importance of maintaining confidentiality and privacy in communication with staff.
- Demonstrate understanding of using assessment and observation for short and long term goal development for special needs
- Recognize the importance of problem solving and conflict resolution strategies with community members and families
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