Using Observation to Know Children • Thursday, August 13

Explore how observation, assessment, goal setting, planning, and interactions are interconnected in the process of teaching and learning. 12:30-1:15 PM EST

Learn about the core elements of curriculum, deepening your understanding of how to use your curriculum to support children’s engagement and learning. 12:30-1:15 PM EST

Explore what it means to implement curriculum with fidelity in ways that feel natural and honor your teaching philosophy and style. This session will provide concrete strategies to ensure that you are meeting the goals and objectives of the curriculum in ways that honor a joyful approach to teaching and learning. 12:30 - 1:15 EST

Observation requires that we slow down and really pay attention to what children are trying to communicate. Explore strategies to observe and really notice what children know and are able to do. Learn about how observation is critical to planning and teaching. 12:30-1:15 PM EST

The purpose of observation and assessment is to help us know children well, to build relationships, be responsive, and plan for their learning. This session will explore observation through the lens of knowing children and paying attention to what they are interested in in order to support engagement and inspire learning. 12:30-1:15 PM EST

Join us for this practical, strategy-filled session on documenting your observations. Explore ways to observe and document while facilitating and interacting with children. Observation and documentation should not take you away from connecting with children. 12:30-1:15 PM