Assignment task: In the field of early childhood special education, assessment and collaboration in the assessment process are essential. As a professional in this field, you may be tasked with training others about the importance of developmentally appropriate assessment, collaboration, appropriate terminology, and the use of technology for assessment.
As an early childhood special education educator at your school, your principal has asked you to present information to special education and/or early intervention support staff and service providers.
Write an informative presentation for special education and/or early intervention staff in-service. Which should include the following:
1. The purpose and benefits of assessments in the early childhood environment.
2. The purpose and benefits of collaborating with related service providers during the assessment process.
3. Define and discuss formative and summative assessments.
4. Discuss the use of technology in assessing young children.
5. Describe the importance of using student assessment data to create meaningful learning experiences for students.
With references.