Assessing Young Children in Inclusive Settings

Meaningful, authentic assessment practices are one key to the success of early childhood inclusion. Prepare current and future teachers with the second edition of this comprehensive textbook, an indepth guide to the how and the why of highquality assessment in the context of inclusive early childhood settings.Updated with new contributors and coverage of timely new topics, this book takes a blended approach to assessment, combining the latest recommended practices from early childhood education and early childhood special education. Wellknown experts Kristie PrettiFrontczak and Jennifer Grisham have developed this text to align with Division for Early Childhood Recommended Practices on assessment. Educators will learn how to select and use assessment instruments, conduct authentic assessment during daily activities and routines, collaborate with families and other team members, master the challenges of kindergarten assessment, conduct eligibility assessments, use assessment to inform program planning and monitor progress, and more. Ideal for both undergraduate and graduate courses and personnel preparation programs, this comprehensive text gives teachers the knowledge and tools they need to implement highquality assessment and reap its benefits: inclusive, familycentered programming that improves outcomes for all children. WHATS NEW: New section on considerations for special populations: dual language learners, children in kindergarten, and children who have severe and multiple disabilities Increased focus on educational equity throughout the book New and expanded coverage of important themes and topics, including authenticity, collaborative partnerships, and databased decision making New invited contributors who are experts in the field and advocates for early childhood inclusion More practical materials, including new and extended case studies, a revised CurriculumBased Assessment Rating Rubric and glossary, and a list of recommended practices Overview of revised versions of commonly used curriculumbased assessments, including AEPS3, COR Advantage, and Work Sampling System Companion materials for faculty, including PowerPoints with links to activities and resources