Observation, Documenting, and Assessing to Supp. Young Children and Families
Observation and assessment is one of the most important and used resources for a childcare professional. This is a tool designed for a program or instructor to be able to assess the development and/or growth of each individual child; As well as, the effectiveness of teachers, programs, or activities/strategies put into place. Partnerships between programs and individualized resources for families support the growth and development of each child.
3a: Understanding the goals, benefits, and uses of assessment 3b: Knowing about and using observation, documentation, and other appropriate assessment tools and approaches 3c: Understanding and practicing responsible assessment to promote positive outcomes for each child 3d: Knowing about assessment partnerships with families and with professional colleagues