Tracking Progress, Shaping Futures: Observation & Assessment Skills - online

1. Demonstrate an understanding of how to conduct objective and accurate observations.
2. Identify and discuss of the importance of using a variety of assessment methods.
3. Identify the differences between developmental screening and assessments.
4. Demonstrate understanding of observational techniques to track skill development and individual need.
5. Demonstrate understanding of using assessment and observations for short and long term goal development for ages birth to three.
6. Recognize informal and formal assessments to plan activities, individualize programs, and improve program quality.
7. Identify assessment tools.
8. Recognize the importance of observing and gathering information related to children and youth's development.
9. Recognize the importance of accurate and efficient documentation of observations and assessments.
10. Demonstrate understanding of using assessment and observations for short and long term goal development for ages four and above.
11. Identify the benefits of observation and assessment.
12. Demonstrate assessment techniques to track skill development and individual need.
13. Describe the importance of Assessment of Language and Literacy Skills in Early Childhood Education

Criteria to earn CEUs:

Certificates are awarded when the following criteria have been met by the learner:

1. Class has been paid in full
2. All material has been reviewed
3. All review questions and final test have been completed with a passing score of 80% or higher.

Learning Assessment Method:

Learners will be assessed through questions after every section is completed. Learners will not be allowed to proceed to the next section of the training until all questions have been answered correctly. Learners will be presented with a final test composed of true/false and multiple choice questions. Upon successful completion of the training, learners will receive their certificate by email.

Learning Methodology:

Online material will be presented in the form of slides, accompanied with speech. Videos will be used to demonstrate ideas and concepts. Charts and tables will be used for illustration.

Logistics/Required Technology:

A stable internet connection is required for the completion of this course. Users are highly encouraged to take their online course on Google Chrome on either a laptop or desktop computer. Speakers and/or headphones are also required to hear speech.

Payment Policy:

Payments need to be made in full. No refunds will be issued after starting the class.

Proprietary or conflict of interest disclosure:

Unless otherwise stated in the course description none of H & H subject matter experts and editor has any conflict or proprietary interests related to the material they prepared in this course.

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No prerequisites are required for the completion of this course.