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Behavioral Observation and Screeningin Child Care
Module 1: Introduction and Overview
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Child care professionals observe and screen children so they
can facilitate the growth and development of every child in their program, detect early signs of developmental delay or disability, and identify signs of child abuse and neglect.
Observation is when a child care worker recognizes and notes an identifiable performance or behavior and uses instruments such as checklists, anecdotal records and running records. The instruments are used to measure progress against a standard and to share results with assessment experts.
Screening means an instrument intended to identify and monitor normal development or possible developmental delay. Screening programs are not diagnostic, and are not based on whether a child has passed a certain curriculum.
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early signs
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• Early interventions is a system of services that helps children who have a developmental disability or delay.
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*Atypical means the same thing as not typical or not expected.
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Mandatory reporters
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The three main reasons child care programs observe and screen children are to foster growth and development in evert child, detect early signs of developmental delay or disability and identify signs of child abuse and neglect.
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Key PointObservation and screening provide an opportunity for communication between parents, staff, and child development specialists because they include written evidence of a child’s growth and development over time.
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document
developmental domain
natural environment
guidelines
procedures
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• Developmental domains categories children’s skills and abilities. They include physical health and motor development, cognitive development and general knowledge, language and communication, social and emotional and approaches to learning.
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• Natural environment refers to places the hild would typically be, such as home, the child care program, school, a place of worship, or the homes of family and friends rather than a director’s office, doctor/therapist’s office, or similar places.
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curriculum
developmentally appropriate practices (DAP)
individualized care
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skills abilities
valid accurate
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evaluation
referral
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Screening determines if children are developing typically, identifies early signs of delay or disability, and provides a basis for referral.
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central directory
Child Find
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services
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assessment evaluation
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solicit responses to allow reflection, and then allow participants time to record their thoughts.
solicit responses to allow reflection, and then allow participants time to record their thoughts.
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children with special needs will not get the help they need, thus they will not have the chance to reach their full potential.
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it is very important for parents to know about their child’s condition as early as possible. It is critical for the child to be observed, screened, and referred as seen as possible
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Child care programs should be support families by observing and screening children through an ongoing systematic process.
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Behavioral Observation and Screeningin Child Care
Module 2: The Principles of Observation and Screening
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informed
objective accuratehonest fair
focused
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work
DAP
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Good Fine Motor skills
Subjected to putting puzzles together
Found success in doing puzzles
Fine Motor Skills not developed yet
Never had the opportunity to put puzzles together
Frustrated with lack of success
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Key Point
Effective child care professionals know the typical and atypical patterns of child growth and development. They are familiar with the child and understand the program’s observation and screening policies and tools.
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objective
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Halo
facts
DAP
law
ethics
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correct
complete
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Objective, accurate child care professionals create documentation coworkers and other professionals can use to help children grow and develop to their full potential.
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honest
fair
best
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time
best
Appetite Appearance
ActivityH.A.L.T.
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natural
person
place
materials
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Honest and fair child care professionals observe children, conduct screenings, and document all relevant observations in good faith.
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focused
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frustrated
upset
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each
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organized
identify document
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noise level in the classroom
child not actively involved
child tired, frustrated, or upset
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Focused child care professionals dedicate themselves to the observation or screening session, and give each child their full attention.
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ongoinghelp guide
other professionals
actions
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will this assessment provide help for my child?will my child be more successful and improve?what as a parent, can I do to help?
very importantAs a parent, I’m looking for help with my child.
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easy to use
primaryfamiliar
accurate
correlated
validity
replicated
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affordable
goals
priorities
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available
Agencies
publishers
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sensitive
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reliable
component
scoring
endorsed
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technology
skill level
ADA
screeners
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ask
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change the screening instruments that I am nw using
talk to my superior and vent my concerns about the instrument being used
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Key Point
Child care professionals select screening tools based on specific quality considerations to ensure they will meet the needs of the children, their families, and the program.
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1. Screening, assessment, and evaluation should be viewed as services- as part of the intervention- and not only as means of identification and measurement.2. Processes, procedures, and instruments intended for screening, assessment, and evaluation should only be used for their specific purposes.3. Multiple sources of information should be included in screening, assessment and evaluation.4. Developmental screening, assessment, and evaluation should take place on a recurrent or periodic basis.5. Screening should be viewed as only one path to further assessment or evaluation. 6. Screening, assessment, and evaluation procedures should be reliable and valid. 7. Family members should be an integral part of screening, assessment , and evaluation process.8. Screening, assessment, and evaluation should be conducted in natural, non-threatening setting and involve tasks that are relevant to the child and family. 9. As tools, procedures, and processes intend for screening, assessment, and evaluation must be culturally sensitive. 10. Those who screen, assess and evaluate young children should be well trained.
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Child care professionals follow guidelines and best practices during observation and screening sessions so results will be usable.
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permission
premature
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written consent
policies
schedule
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confidentiality
referrals
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the reasons
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Child care professionals think of families as partners in the observation and screening processes.
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Consistency for the child when family and child professionals work together.
The family and child care professionals can compare notes to see what works best for the child.
The more people involved with the child should benefit the child greatly.
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activities
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Child care professionals choose their methods of observation based upon the data type they need to collect.
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During the observation the child manipulated the clay by rolling it into small balls and then rolled it around the table. The child then made the clay into a long tube shaped and rolled it around the table. The child then pounded the ball of clay using one hand and then both hands.
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Yes 2/5 right hand dominant
Yes 2/5
Yes 2/5
No 2/5 Do not observe the child
squeezing clay.No 2/5 Did not observe the child
pulling clay.
Yes 2/5 child made the clay into long tubes or snake shapes
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Child care professionals conduct the observations in an informed, objective, honest, fair and focused manner.
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Child care professionals use the internet to find information about observation methods and tools used to perform observations.
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Module 5: Children at Risk
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NotIdentifyReport
regularly
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Be sure to report cases of child abuse and neglect in order to protect children.
Be supportive of a child who is in a stressful situation. Stability is important at this point.
Observe the child and document the information that would be beneficial to a professional.
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Child care professionals can provide other professionals with information that can help a child at risk.
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diagnosis
investigation
people-first
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People-first Language
At Risk
Evaluation
Assessment
DAP
Early Intervention
Observation
Screening
Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA)Atypical
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Developmental MilestonesMandatory Reporter
Individualized CareConfidentiality
NaturalEnvironment Documented EvidenceObservation and Screening ToolsDevelopmental Domains
In Good Faith
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Are they helpful?Are they looking out for the child?Are they factual?Is their attitude positive?
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OpinionatedLacks professionalismDislikes children
OrganizedChild orientedWell informed
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Child care professionals use terms related to their profession to at-risk children expertly and when creating documentation, they carefully construct concisely-written sentences.
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povertyphysical environment
supportive
undesirable
acceptance
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Language and CommunicationSocial and emotional
assessment
Central DirectoryChild Find
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A developmental delay occurs when a child does not display the skills and abilities typically seen in peers in the same age group.
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Child care professionals in Florida refer families to the Children’s Forum’s Central Directory and the Florida Diagnostic and Learning Resource System’s Child Find when they feel intervention may benefit the child.
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chronicsubstantially
group
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process and useself-help
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Cognitive DisabilitiesPhenylketonuna(PKU)Bipolar disorder
ADHDCerebral Palsy
Down Syndrome
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Fragile X Syndrome Fetal Alcohol Syndrome
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It is important for child care professionals to be familiar with common developmental disabilities that may affect children’s in their care.
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physicalsexual emotional
Physical Behavioral
Physical
Behavioral
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Child abuse can be physical, sexual, emotional and children may display physical and behavioral indicators of such maltreatment.
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sustain life
physical
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behavioral
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Child neglect is the failure to provide things necessary to sustain life, and children may display physical and behavioral indicators of such maltreatment.
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Child care professionals know and must report the physical and behavioral signs of child abuse and neglect.
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Refer
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Child care professionals improve the outcomes for children receiving benefits under the ADA and IDEA by sharing their screening results, preferably in person.
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Observation is the best way to identify the earliest signs of abuse and neglect.
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Module 6: Referral Process and Resources
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overview
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positive
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Key PointWhen the results of screening and observation sessions suggest a referral for assessment or evaluation might benefit a child, the program’s role is to supply appropriate information, resources, and support to the families while continuing to provide individualized care. Page 78
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Try not to take the conversation personal
Keep a positive attitude
Remember that you are looking out for a child – what is best for them?
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If parents display a strong emotion when results are shared, the best way to support them is to stay calm, focus on the facts, and be compassionate.
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As families move through the assessment or evaluation processes, adjust the child’s learning experiences as new information emerges, and be willing to share your expertise (as long as you have written parental consent).
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Child care professionals rely on local, state, and federal agencies and professional organizations to help them assist parents appropriately and responsibly.
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After reviewing screening results, a child care professional may encourage the family to refer a child, report suspicions of abuse or neglect, or do neither of these.
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