Explore the importance of observation and assessment in this virtual training for family childcare providers by defining observation and assessment, then analyze how assessment and observation are utilized. Finally, explore the role of families in assessment.

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Town Square – Assessment and observation

 

Professionalism refers to having the knowledge, skills, and qualities that are expected from a person who is trained to do a job well. In the recent past early childhood education has made great advancements in this regard and taken its place in the field of education.  Family child care is also being taken more seriously as a quality choice for early care and education. FCC providers are now being considered professionals and educators. Therefore numerous choices for learning and improving skills as a FCC professional are becoming available.

Family child care environments can and should support a provider’s work with young children. The materials within the environments can lead children’s learning and invite both children and families to feel welcomed in the home. This module is an introduction to thinking about how to create and choose materials that support an inclusive approach and offer children ways to learn about diverse groups as well as seeing themselves reflected in the program.

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Town Square Selecting culturally relevant and anti-bias materials for your environment