Screening and Evaluation

In this experience you will watch a series of videos about screening and evaluation and reflect on the experiences as a family member as well as a professional.

Watch: Early Childhood Screening https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cgzG8X3qpfc

ECAT/Child Find https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LwxUzBxb8LY

Written Documentation (3-4 double-spaced pages):

Try to imagine yourself as a family member experiencing screening/evaluation for the first time.

Then, imagine yourself as a professional member of these screening/evaluation teams.

Analyze and critique these videos from the perspective of families and professionals. Using the DEC's Recommended Practices as well as resources from other courses will help guide your reflection. Include comprehensive reflections based on the following questions, as well as a reference list:

·   Were the professionals responsive to family concern and priorities?

·   Were family members consulted regarding their child’s strengths, needs, preferences, and interests?

·   Were family members asked how they wish to participate in the screening/evaluation process (e.g. asking them to play with their child, trying a new skill with their child while being coached by a screener/evaluator, etc.)

·   Did professionals use a variety of screening methods that were appropriate to the child’s age and developmental level?

·   Did professionals share screening/evaluation results in a family-friendly way?

·   What were the most effective strategies used by the professionals on these teams?

·   What suggestions would you make for improvements to the screening and evaluation processes you observed in these videos?

Upload to ECED 6912: One Credit Documentation when complete.