Advanced Strategies of Observation, Documentation, and Assessment

Catalog description

In this course, PK-3 credential students will research and practice appropriate use of assessment, including observation tools and strategies to document students' development and learning between Preschool and Grade 3 (approximately, ages 3-8 years old). Students will apply the use of data to inform and plan learning environments and curricula. Utilizing the guidance from the California Teaching Performance Expectations on assessing young children's learning, students will create and practice with recording strategies, rating systems, portfolios, and multiple assessments, with further implementation of strategies for collaboration with families and professionals to support young learners within all domains of development, through all curriculum areas.