This 1-day session introduces teachers to Teaching Strategies GOLD a web-based developmentally appropriate assessment system for children from birth through kindergarten. Through video clips small-group work and facilitator-led discussions teachers will explore the structure features and functionality of the tool and practice using it to follow the four-step assessment cycle.

Hands-on activities include observing children and writing objective observation notes evaluating a child portfolio and communicating assessment information with families. By the end of the session teachers will have the basic skills they need to begin implementing Teaching Strategies GOLD in their classrooms. 

Lunch is on your own