Recognize the importance of accurate and efficient documentation of observations and assessments.
Recognize the importance of accurate and efficient documentation of observations and assessments. Demonstrate an understanding of observational techniques that result in accurate and objective observation. Explore the central objective and supporting elements in early childhood education and child care centers.Trainings incorporating this outcome
CDA Subject Areas
Proficiency Level
Topic Areas
120 hours courses
12 CEUs10 hours courses
5 hours courses
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.
- Recognize the importance of maintaining confidentiality and privacy in communication with staff.
- Demonstrate understanding of using assessment and observations for short and long term goal development for ages birth to three.
- Recognize the importance of maintaining confidentiality and privacy in communication with families.
- Identify and discuss of the importance of using a variety of assessment methods.
- Recognize the importance of consistency, continuity, and responsiveness in supporting pro-social behaviors in children.
- 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 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).
- Demonstrate understanding of using assessment and observations for short and long term goal development for ages four and above.
- Recognize the importance of a positive and respectful attitude in working with all children and their families.
- Explain the benefits of Observation and Assessment
- Recognize the importance of music in both child development and curriculum.
- Recognize the importance and components of an effective parent questionnaire.
- Recognize informal and formal assessments to plan activities, individualize programs, and improve program quality.
- Demonstrate an understanding of how to conduct objective and accurate observations.
- Recognize the importance of problem solving and conflict resolution strategies with community members and families
- Recognize the importance of knowing the stages of development.
- Demonstrate understanding of using assessment and observation for short and long term goal development for special needs
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