Discussion Post
To prepare
Between the promotion of healthy development across all domains of children's growth (physical, intellectual, and social-emotional) and annual assessments. Then, consider her question, "How do you define and measure [program] quality without ... children's test scores...?" (Epstein, p. 1). As you begin this Discussion, also reflect on the controversy that is commonly associated with formally assessing a child's growth. Specifically, consider the societal, political, and economic factors that may drive this controversy.
Task
Post an explanation of the relationship between healthy development across all domains and annual assessments. Then, explain the impact this relationship has had on today's early childhood programs and why. Support your post with content from required readings and viewings, information garnered from your own research and your own experiences. Support your statements with in-text citations and references.
The response must include a reference list. Using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, double-space, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.