BOSR (Behavioral Observation and Screening) Exam 2023 Graded A+

What are the three main reasons child care programs observe and screen children? - ANSWER-to foster growth and development in every child, to detect early signs of developmental delay and disability, and to identify signs of child abuse and neglect Define "Assessment". - ANSWER-a process whereby an agency or organization gathers and reviews multiple sources of information about a child's suspected or confirmed developmental delay or disability, and uses that information to improve a child's outcome Define "Evidence". - ANSWER-written data collected by the program Define "Developmental Domains". - ANSWER-categories of children's skills and abilities--Physical, Cognitive, Language, Social/Emotional and Approaches to Learning Define "Evaluation". - ANSWER-a process that determines a child's eligibility for federal, state and local programs and services Define "Natural Environment". - ANSWER-the place the child would typically be (child is used to and is comfortable)--for example, the child care program, school, home, place of worship, etc. Define "Observation". - ANSWER-an ongoing process in which child care professionals recognize and document identifiable milestones as they appear using tools such as checklists, running records, etc. Define "Screening". - ANSWER-an ongoing process in which childcare professionals use specialized observation and documentation tools to identify, document and monitor typical development or possible developmental delay Who conducts observations? - ANSWER-trained adult, child care professional Who conducts screenings? - ANSWER-trained adult, child care professional, parents Who conducts assessments? - ANSWER-agency, organization, in Florida specifically--the Child Find organization Who conducts evaluations? - ANSWER-trained adults What are the four guidelines for observations and screenings that take place in child care settings? - ANSWER-Be informed Be objective and accurate