[Michelli Timburiba]

Observation it a fundamental tool for child growth and development. By doing that providers can observe child in the classroom, gather all those information and be able to provide a curriculum development appropriate for each children needs, based on their abilities,interests and skills. Also, while observing you can keep in mind goals for each child. Documenting is very important because it give providers data about each child progress.

[Norlyn Martinez]

Observation for caregivers and for children and families is of the utmost importance since with it we can determine the level of development at each stage of the child and it makes it easier for us caregivers to remain attentive to the changes and developments of the children so we can inform parents of their progress or deficiencies and give support to those who need it.

[anissa pruett]

documenting helps assess the childs current academic, social, behavioral baseline allowing for the teacher to make curriculum and adjustments in such to be able to best support the learning of the child

[Jourdan Powell]

During observation you learn a childs strengths, needs, knowledge, skills and interests and when a early learning provider has that knowledge it helps them care for the child in any environment

[Kyle]

While undergoing an observation, a caregiver can evaluate the child’s strengths, weaknesses, skills, interests, and needs. When given this information, the early learning provider is able to adapt and change the learning environment in order for the child to benefit most and feel comfortable in learning.

[Mosab tariq]

observing can help teacher to plan and accommodate to a childs learning needs and to comply with wacs. documentation serves as a recorded report of the childs progression in which you can look back on and share with others such as parents assistant teachers.

[Laura]

Observing and documenting a child’s development helps early learning providers by informing them of a child’s individual strengths and challenges and how they can best teach and care for the child through developmentally-appropriate learning activities that also meet the child’s individual needs.

[Fernando]

It helps because you have the data of the child, which can help you dictate what the best course of action to take to maximize the growth of the child by using their strengths to improve their weaknesses.

[Katani]

By documenting a child’s development you can make sure they’re meeting their milestones as well as give them support in whatever ways they need.

[Kriselle Bantay]

Observation and documentation of a child’s development help early learning providers by helping them recognize what the children they are caring for are struggling with. For example, observing and documenting that a child is struggling with holding a writing utensil can indicate that they may need more assistance in guidance in that area. Without proper observation and documentation, a learning professional could miss out on crucial opportunities to help promote a child’s development.

[Jaci Peifer]

Observing children will give a teacher the information she will need to help each child progress with their strengths. Documenting these things will help keep track of growth and/or setbacks and will help keep information organized for teachers and parents.

[Tania Das]

Observing and documenting a child’ development can help the early learning provider in multiple ways.

Firstly, the provider will gain knowledge on development of the child. For example, if the child is developing the age – appropriate things. If the child is developing in an advanced pace or lagging behind with some of the common age appropriate things. This will in turn help the provider to help the child and guide him or her in the way and things that he/she needs help and guidance.

Secondly, By documenting the child’s development , the teacher can accordingly built the curriculum for him or her.

Thirdly, By documenting the child’s development , the teacher can also guide him / her in other things apart from academics. For example, if the child develops an imnterest in a particular sports , the teacher can guide him to take up that sports .

[Tania]

Documenting child’s development is very important . It helps the teacher /provider to gain more knowledge on the child. Its helps the teacher to better understand the child and thus according ly the teacher can help and guide the child in guiding , teaching the child, it helps the teachet to build the right curriculum for the child. It gives the teacher a better understanding of the child , therefore the teacher can help the child not only in academics but also in other things. Like if a child develops an interest in a particular sports, the teacher can guide him or her to take up that sports.

[Miriam]

Observing a child to fully understand where the child is at. By provide a variety of easily accessible learning and play materials of sufficient quantity to implement the center’s program and meet the developmental needs of children in care.

[stephanie]

helps provide with developmentally appropriate activities, interactions and environments