Core Body of Knowledge
New York State's Core Competencies for Early Childhood Educators
Core Body of Knowledge
NY's Core Competencies for Early Childhood Educators
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3.1
Observation and Assessment Tools
3: Observation and Assessment
Competency Description
The professional working with young children uses observation and assessment tools to support children's development and learning
Behaviors & Skills
a
Assesses children's progress across all developmental areas
b
Uses multiple methods for data-collection (i.e., work samples, anecdotal records, photographs, frequency counts, checklists, videotapes, etc.)
c
Uses multiple sources to assess children (i.e., their conversations, misunderstandings, questions, play, work samples, etc.)
d
Develops and/or uses assessments that are aligned with curriculum or development goals and have clear relevance for daily planning and curriculum development
e
Regularly reflects on whether assessment methods provide necessary information
f
Uses assessments to plan and modify environments, curriculum and teaching
g
Maintains confidentiality and only shares assessment results with parents’ written consent
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