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- https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Courses/Northeast_Wisconsin_Technical_College/ECE_Field_Experience_3_(NWTC)/04%3A_Quality_Counts/4.07%3A_Measuring_High-Quality_in_Early_Care_and_Education_ClassroomsOne of the characteristics of a high-quality early childhood program is the practice of continuously monitoring children’s development, along with the environmental setting and teacher interactions. B...One of the characteristics of a high-quality early childhood program is the practice of continuously monitoring children’s development, along with the environmental setting and teacher interactions. By evaluating the overall performance in these key areas, teachers, administrators and families can reflect, make necessary changes and improvements to support all students and families. There are numerous tools on the market that evaluate program quality.
- https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Courses/Northeast_Wisconsin_Technical_College/Infant_and_Toddler_Care_and_Development_(NWTC)/31%3A_Quality_CountsThe need for high-quality childcare continues to be a topic of interest as more and more families enter the workforce and more and more children need care. In this chapter, we will address the need fo...The need for high-quality childcare continues to be a topic of interest as more and more families enter the workforce and more and more children need care. In this chapter, we will address the need for high-quality in early care and education as means to reduce the achievement gap between children from low to high socioeconomic families.
- https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Courses/Northeast_Wisconsin_Technical_College/Infant_and_Toddler_Development_(NWTC)/07%3A_Observation_and_Documentation_-_The_Key_to_Intentional_Teaching/7.05%3A_The_Role_of_DocumentationAccording to NAEYC (2009), in order to make formative decisions that will guide what goes on in the classroom, there needs to be an organized system in place to collect information. Do a frequency cou...According to NAEYC (2009), in order to make formative decisions that will guide what goes on in the classroom, there needs to be an organized system in place to collect information. Do a frequency count to see which centers your child chooses to spend their time in and tally their play patterns to see if they prefer to play alone or with others. And, as she explains her process and she had to figure out all the steps to take so that the bridge wouldn’t fall down – be sure to record that too.
- https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Courses/Northeast_Wisconsin_Technical_College/Infant_and_Toddler_Development_(NWTC)/10%3A_The_Purpose_Process_and_Practice_of_Monitoring_Screening_and_Evaluating/10.04%3A_Conclusion_and_ReferencesNational Library of Medicine and the National Institutes of Health, provides information on many different types of developmental disabilities, as well as resources on prevention and screening, resear...National Library of Medicine and the National Institutes of Health, provides information on many different types of developmental disabilities, as well as resources on prevention and screening, research, statistics, law and policy, and more. The NACDD supports state and territorial councils in implementing the Developmental Disabilities Assistance and Bill of Rights Act and promoting the interests and rights of individuals with disabilities and their families.
- https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Courses/Copper_Mountain_College/2021_REMIX_%3A%3A_CD_75_%3A%3A_Observation_and_Assessment_in_Early_Childhood/04%3A_How_to_Plan_Effective_and_Meaningful_Curriculum/4.05%3A_The_Curriculum_Planning_Cycle_at_a_GlanceDocument the purpose of the activity – highlighting what the child is supposed to do How did the child approach the activity and how long did the child stay engaged? When analyzing behavior, consider ...Document the purpose of the activity – highlighting what the child is supposed to do How did the child approach the activity and how long did the child stay engaged? When analyzing behavior, consider the ABCs: the Antecedent (What happened BEFORE), the Behavior (as it happens) and the Consequence (what happened AFTER) Have I incorporated all the developmental domains and considered the whole child? Consider the project approach and allow concepts to develop over time rather than a one and done
- https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Courses/Copper_Mountain_College/2021_REMIX_%3A%3A_CD_75_%3A%3A_Observation_and_Assessment_in_Early_Childhood/01%3A_Observation_and_Documentation_-_The_Key_to_Intentional_Teaching/1.07%3A_Recognizing_Your_BiasesGoogle the word bias and this is what pops up: “prejudice in favor of or against one thing, person, or group compared with another, usually in a way considered to be unfair.”
- https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Courses/Northeast_Wisconsin_Technical_College/ECE_Field_Experience_3_(NWTC)/01%3A_Observation_and_Documentation_-_The_Key_to_Intentional_Teaching/1.02%3A_Becoming_a_Skilled_ObserverTo truly observe a child, you must be present, knowledgeable, inquisitive and intentional. With every observation, you will sharpen your skills as you learn how to effectively gather objective evidenc...To truly observe a child, you must be present, knowledgeable, inquisitive and intentional. With every observation, you will sharpen your skills as you learn how to effectively gather objective evidence and detailed data.
- https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Courses/Copper_Mountain_College/2021_REMIX_%3A%3A_CD_75_%3A%3A_Observation_and_Assessment_in_Early_Childhood/05%3A_Using_Documentation_and_Assessment_to_Communicate_with_Families/5.02%3A_Documentation_Boards_-_Not_Just_for_Displaying_ArtDuring a conference, rather than receiving a handout with checked boxes that rate a child’s level of learning, parents and family members will enjoy seeing first-hand what their child “can do.” Having...During a conference, rather than receiving a handout with checked boxes that rate a child’s level of learning, parents and family members will enjoy seeing first-hand what their child “can do.” Having both a formal assessment and authentic work samples provides teachers and families a clear picture of the whole child’s development.
- https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Courses/Northeast_Wisconsin_Technical_College/ECE_Field_Experience_3_(NWTC)/01%3A_Observation_and_Documentation_-_The_Key_to_Intentional_Teaching/1.05%3A_The_Role_of_DocumentationOne of the cornerstones of a high-quality early care and education program is the practice of observing, documenting and assessing children’s development. According to NAEYC (2009), in order to make f...One of the cornerstones of a high-quality early care and education program is the practice of observing, documenting and assessing children’s development. According to NAEYC (2009), in order to make formative decisions that will guide what goes on in the classroom, there needs to be an organized system in place to collect information.
- https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Courses/Northeast_Wisconsin_Technical_College/ECE_Field_Experience_3_(NWTC)/02%3A_Using_Observation_Methods_Tools_and_Techniques_to_Gather_Evidence/2.02%3A_Understanding_the_ChildMany of the same tools and techniques you use to gather baseline data, you will continue to use to support the whole child. This includes screening, planning curriculum, and assessing development.
- https://socialsci.libretexts.org/Courses/Copper_Mountain_College/2021_REMIX_%3A%3A_CD_75_%3A%3A_Observation_and_Assessment_in_Early_Childhood/03%3A_The_Purpose_Process_and_Practice_of_Monitoring_Screening_and_Evaluating/3.02%3A_The_Purpose_of_Monitoring_Screening_and_Evaluating_Young_ChildrenAccording to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, “In the United States, about 1 in 6 children aged 3 to 17 years have one or more developmental or behavioral disabilities, such as autism, ...According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, “In the United States, about 1 in 6 children aged 3 to 17 years have one or more developmental or behavioral disabilities, such as autism, a learning disorder, or attention deficit / hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).” What’s more concerning is that many children are not being identified as having a delay or disability until they are in elementary school . Subsequently, they will not receive the appropriate support and services they need …
