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Resources for Increasing Child

Development Knowledge

VirginiaAugust 27, 2008

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Identification of NeedLack of knowledge / confidence in identifying typical development expectations in the three outcome areas was identified and reinforced during initial and subsequent Outcome System Trainings and TASystemic issue: Crosses disciplines and levels of experience

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Process to Address Need

Identify available resources, including ECO Center resourcesReview existing state resources, including new resources developed through the Governor’s Early Childhood InitiativeIdentification of two projects to address gaps in knowledge

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Development of New Resources

Online Training ModulesAudiovisual presentationsVideo demonstrationsTools (ECO and Virginia)Links to resources

Typical Development Resource

Online Training Modules

Module I: OverviewModule II: Determining Child Status & ProgressModule III: Documenting Child Status & ProgressModule IV: Case StudyModule V: Case Study

http://www.vcu.edu/partnership/ITC/index.htm

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Typical Development Resource Document

“Determining The Status of Infant/Toddler Development In Relation To The Three Office of Special Education

Programs (OSEP) Outcomes”

http://infantva.org/ovw-DeterminationDevelopmentOSEP.htm

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PurposeResource to assist practitioners in determining how a child is functioning in relation to their same aged peers in the three functional areasHands on document with information readily available for practitioners both before and throughout the evaluation/assessment and determination process

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Please Note! A thorough explanation and details of development are beyond the scope of this document. It is incumbent upon early childhood professionals to have a thorough knowledge of development. Resources listed in this manual can be used as one mechanism for professionals to increase their knowledge. Observation of typically developing children and specific coursework are other methods to increase professional competency in child development. Infant & Toddler Connection of Virginia 8

ContentsImplementation Information(Virginia Specific Instructions)Background Information

Role of The Family Functional Indicators Age-Expected and Immediate Foundational Skills Indicator Ratings

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Contents (Cont.)Evaluation/Assessment Tools  

Guiding Questions Decision Trees

Color Coded With Prompts

Sample “Script” for Introduction of the System to Families “Script” for Team Discussion of Outcomes Ratings (from ECO Center)

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Contents (Cont.)Typical Development

General Information about Typical Development/ Using This Resource 1-6 Months 7-12 Months 13-24 Months 27-36 Months

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Infant & Toddler Connection of Virginia

www.infantva.org

Beth Tolleybeth.tolley@co.dmhmrsas.virginia.

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