A Note from the Team
When we think about child behavior, there are many factors to consider and they can be quite broad. Thinking about behavior means thinking about how a child acts and responds to their environment. As children grow and changes are occur, their behaviors will also be influenced by those changes. For professionals to understand these behaviors, they need to observe and gather information from all the settings in which the child is involved. In conclusion, understanding and responding to behavior requires an awareness of many factors, including our expectations, thoughts, unconscious and implicit biases.
~The ECSE Team
Step 1: Reading Assignment
Review the material, including videos. Jot down any questions you may have to discuss with your coach or team.
Step 2: Watch the Video and Take Notes
Watch the assigned video focused on understanding children’s behavior. As you watch, take notes on key ideas, strategies, or questions that stand out to you. Be prepared to share your notes and reflections with your coach to support discussion, problem-solving, and next steps.
Here you will find tools that caregivers use to better understand and identify behaviors.
Record a short video of yourself during a typical classroom routine where behavior supports are used. The purpose of the video is self-reflection, not evaluation. Watch the video and reflect on how you are implementing the Behavior key practice.
Use this tool to help you observe what you are doing well? What you need to work on more?
Share your video and checklist with your coach. Have them watch and score as well. Discuss what you both see, and where you might go next.
Implementation Resources