Research has proven that the better the connection and relationships children have with the primary caregivers in their lives, the better they learn. Through observation, caregivers get to know each child and the child’s family, and discover what skills a child needs to practice as he develops. Plan observations, analyze what you observe, share information with families, and decide how to use the information to inform your work with children. (2 hours)
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Objectives
- Discover the planning steps for child observations.
- Choose types of observations to use for different reasons and situations.
- Distinguish ways to use observations that improve programming, environment, or individual learning for children.
- State the most important aspect of communication of observation results--confidentiality.
- Contrast informal and formal communications between child care professionals and families or parents.
