Tuesday, August 28, 2012
Final Preparations
Questions I have for other advocates would be what type of plan anyone has for negative feedback. I have really been thinking about all possible situations when presenting my information and I believe it is important to think about those people who may not see any value in this work, or not agree with my ideas at all. Some may even have negative things to say, I mean I do not hope for this at all. I am working to prepare and hopefully provide enough information that the audience is all excited and moved to take action with me in this cause. I hope everyone feels so strongly about the need for teacher trainings that they recommend more or offer to help fund addition trainings beyond what I am actually asking for however; there is the possibility that they do not see the need. I guess my question is then what; does anyone have any ideas or recommendations about how they plan to handle this type of rejections? Does anyone have a good plan in place if something like this happens?
The resources and information I am seeking is information on Early Childhood Assessments and how they affect early intervention. I am also seeking information about what to look for in assessments and what to look for when a child may be in danger of needing intervention.
One resource that I found to be helpful is Guide to Assessment in Early Childhood. This website is a guide on assessment in early childhood and the information provided in this guide is designed to be used in programs that serve young children with and without special needs, including English language learners, youngsters with economic and developmental risk factors, and those developing typically from birth to eight years of age
Another resource that I found to be helpful is called “Results Matter.”This website provides videos have been produced to help providers better understand ways to use observation, documentation, and assessment to inform practice. This website also provides learning videos for parents as well.
A third resource I found was called “Early Childhood Special Education.” This website features The Early Childhood Special Education program that locates, identifies and provides specialized services to students three through five years of age with disabilities ranging from mild to severe and profound.
A Guide to Assessment in Early Childhood Infancy to Age Eight. (2008).pdf file.
http://www.k12.wa.us/EarlyLearning/pubdocs/assessment_print.pdf
The Colorado Department of Education. Results Matter. (1999-2008). Improving Academic Achievement.
http://www.cde.state.co.us/resultsmatter/RMVideoSeries.htm
OSES. Office of Special Education and Support. (2010) Retrieved from Chicago Public Schools.
http://www.cpsspecialeducation.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=1541&Itemid=541
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Hi Shante,
ReplyDeleteI understand how you feel. I have a child in my classroom who started last school term, in February. I guess that the teachers did not want to do any interventions so they stated that the child had passed his assessments. I have observed this child and feel that he needs further assistance than the school can provide. The child needs one-to-one correspondence activities. I retested the child; and the assessment score was FAILED. But I am glad to say that by collaborating with the mother everyday and encouraging her to help with her child's developmental skill, the child has made progress.
Now if you run into a road block during your presentation, redirect your presentation. Ask the audience what they feel will be best to do to make their children "above average" children?
When others see that their opinions are considered or matters, they will get back on board with you.
Shante,
ReplyDeleteYou have a very strong plan! I think that it is important that talking to the mother every day is important. Like the other comment said you are there to help the child's progress, in your AAP your biggest thing is to help and child and do what you can for that child. I would give the presentation to someone you know first. What I did was talk in fount of my parents, yes they are my parents but they are honest. My mom and dad do not know anything in my AAP and frankly do not understand it. So when I talked to them about it they really felt strong about it not even knowing the topic at all. That would be my suggestion. Good luck
Hello Shante,
ReplyDeleteYou have a great plan and I look forward to sharing your thoughts and ideas. You seem to be on the right track, I think it is important to ensure that you present your information and use all of your opitons to sway the audience. Those who may not see things your way will at least have something to think about.
Vanessa