Observation and Assessment in the Classroom

Early educators strive to create developmentally appropriate and engaging environments that support children’s growth. To effectively guide children in reaching their full potential, educators must assess developmental progress and ensure that children are meeting key milestones.

This course provides early educators with essential tools and strategies for observing, documenting, and evaluating children’s learning and development. Participants will explore best practices for monitoring progress, identifying potential developmental delays, and using documentation to inform instruction. By implementing these practices, educators can create individualized learning experiences that support each child’s unique needs.

Learning Objectives:

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

1. Understand the importance of assessing children’s development to ensure they meet appropriate milestones.
2. Demonstrate effective observation techniques to assess children’s learning and behavior.
3. Utilize documentation methods to track and evaluate children’s progress over time.
4. Develop strategies for planning and adjusting activities based on documented observations.
5. Implement best practices for recordkeeping to support developmental tracking and family communication.
6. Recognize potential developmental delays and understand how to support children in achieving their full potential.

This course equips early educators with the knowledge and skills needed to create supportive learning environments, monitor children’s progress effectively, and ensure that every child receives the guidance necessary for growth and success.

Hours: 2
Training Level: 2
Core Content: 5
CDA Content: 7