Limitation on Enrollment: As per California Law SB792, all volunteers, students, and employees of educational/service facilities must provide documentation verifying required immunizations and negative TB test. These requirements must be met prior to the start of class. Introduces the appropriate use of assessment and observation tools and strategies to document young children's development and learning. The use of findings to inform and plan learning environments and experiences are emphasized. Recording strategies, rating systems, portfolios,and multiple assessment tools will be discussed, along with strategies for collaboration with families and professionals. (Approved for C-ID ECE 200)