Early Childhood Environment Rating Scale, Third Edition (ECERS-3) The Third Edition of the ECERS is a major revision that introduces innovations in both the content and administration of the scale while retaining the continuity of the two principal characteristics of the ECERS, namely its comprehensive or global definition of quality and the reliance on observation as the primary source . Some of the requirements for items under this subscale Scoring Refinements. @)cC'LLB5Vo4SkY`5}7Q:,w#?_le3UvZit-W:,+>vaibR{GEt$7]m0 .oSfI>$jW*2>Of0)(z@+taZFs6!d!8:Moa6yUeVPzb#?U>UU?,I*Vxq56)E^,kOrSSl;!FEY98zs`(D2k]$ QB4R, 3\Oo: >0TXO( 8&Az~rO%J8+%AZdr+jQX$. 32. When using the rating scales, each item is scored independently based on whether requirements hb```b``c`a``[ @1h``d 4 the ECERS as they are not a part of the environment that affects the child. More than half of the children enrolled must be present for more than half of the observation time, for an assessment to be considered valid. \jG3Vq8tF?i85X:vk!4S?%.}28!T4z:8tS%=iz=/x_ E; Read and study the Environment Rating Scales and the NC Additional Notes. Any changes should reflect the best practices for young children and should improve the quality of the program on an ongoing basis. Early Childhood Environment Rating Scale, Third Edition (ECERS-3). lbj][%K!m$-%0v4^? .]5m}Sq!tb~]b8IGG;}cF*WQ7~u*lIj\A5rjNt1xM\|gdDNh:Ut#1d{?I~]`}_`KG._'h In most circumstances the next assessment attempt will occur within the programs scheduling window; NCRLAP schedulers will contact the program if their window needs to be extended for some reason. 4TlUig)l;782XF+Qk(>I?OAYyWy"W,A:BWPe4OLGd@FG~9Ai+3XgVg=/7y i9Cx"Y%X+m^c=Z4\XhP~mo$(Z*@I$,b^-=\RLFwWet{M"XD3Ms+-)K'wr*;U)tpO I|BHkf WaG=Um=G}Zy0k)9Xr If there is only one classroom that fits into the age guideline of a rating scale, then that classroom will be assessed. What Does the ECERS-3 Measure? endstream endobj 746 0 obj <>stream All classrooms that are in operation will be included in the random selection process. Remember, it often takes time to change behaviors and practices, so assessment preparation should be viewed as an ongoing process, rather than a short term activity. endstream endobj startxref x]o9=@|008+wuAVDb{%eg3'-vw1H~E~|UX|u8>7?^:_._?N_qa}=>\}?Gj/.o(_`X"Yp%\U. Some of the requirements foritems under this subscale Scoring Refinements. 3. Description. Information about the grievance process can be found on our "Resources" list. "#x(>QbS9IXIxqw8~}7 fu|`)dK*Z|j Meal Guidelines: Ages 1 - 12 and/or Infant Meal Guidelines: Ages 0 to 11 months. The Third Edition of the ECERSis a major revision that introduces innovations in both the content and administration of the scale while retaining the continuity of the two principal characteristics of the ECERS, namely its comprehensive or global definition of quality and the reliance on observation as the primary source of information on which to base assessment of classroom quality. hV]O;+~o[)m*h+BoV${s#%(Yw.iE=3s !D/ Qp hVmo6+bNJ@a,s A9G,$w$i$I8BrRc$"&\1D(lP`+38W$"~,vX]yO/n=[:8r;W0Z}Qb~=Y,E6`kX7 `I#rY4g'+oQu~l]Q=;3g:W};.^sSa3fXn.LMtYHAM!,1o.]Y=eQl[o Sp'}QYat?$bPki_ $oG~*Yi,_-7 O*:!. endstream endobj startxref Examines the daily schedule, the amount of time children are kept in whole groups, transitions, and provisions for students . Additionally, to minimize their impact on the child care environment assessors limit interactions with the children or staff during the assessment and will stay in the background as much as possible when conducting the observation. This helps insure that children have appropriate experiences, indoors and outdoors, with much time for child-selected learning and consistent expectations. - Materials - Arrangement of space - Schedule of the day - How children interact with space and materials Process quality assessment is based on the observation of the ongoing daily program. hb```\ cc`aX )r008Fb9wK These will include 3 ECERS-R and 2 ITERS-R assessments. When a teacher is assigned to a classroom where only school-age children are enrolled, a SACERS-U assessment will be completed when a programs Rated License Assessment occurs. Title. hb```b``f``"nA10pl`Hh1a|a " v;,P6a^x!UuEwY*p KpTn[+x"cR. 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Depending on the facility type, the interview process may involve the child care provider, the lead classroom teacher, and /or other program staff that take care of children at various times of the day. }M]GN/UfRi{A:{bwQj] O3[-38AZ=^"WkCNx,R.qhthfC{#e>7-No,n!,iq>Z-^){p#I]SghUax -x@;a{>jq\cvFGL7Qzu rc r?bk?qL6 QK*Dk@]OHk*{Ib0 f~h%jq2OPzcq{fNNs`oXbuCNg,qWjo+{}>WQQ yqOu`pe9=uP vkj1fN;W`in(czDsl(anm W(Sq6{(z&}+.`k`_%'&ZE$YIKf#A!Jw< Keep in mind that for questions or information specific to NC's assessment process, NCRLAP's website is the primary source to use. Use the steps below: When there are multiple classrooms, the classroom(s) to be assessed will be selected on the day of the assessment by the assessor(s). hVmo6+bHNJ@a4@dSA9G,$~w$%i[Z8w0&'Ap"B&JnN,0IL$%B+MrA{3_MP34`8-U/j&wKYItVrC IXK.%O U\^]N)G Title. <>/ExtGState<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/MediaBox[ 0 0 612 792] /Contents 4 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 0>> hbbd```b``Q)fO Ld6"yWH!zhi"#@$3VyD2Mprm$9ylkzyG3X&00R3@ r hbbd```b``&[A$9d]"rA$$0;D^$ Remember to pay attention to items that scored high, and not only any lower scoring items, to make sure the same strong characteristics are present in the areas that scored well before. f4Fmm&oz?VpXV'P1sPFZX@x~uxa? % endstream endobj 955 0 obj <>/Metadata 80 0 R/OCProperties<>/OCGs[979 0 R]>>/Outlines 108 0 R/PageLayout/SinglePage/Pages 949 0 R/StructTreeRoot 141 0 R/Type/Catalog>> endobj 956 0 obj <>/ExtGState<>/Font<>/Properties<>/XObject<>>>/Rotate 0/StructParents 0/Tabs/S/Type/Page>> endobj 957 0 obj <>stream 35 0 obj <> endobj >vgYw.soWod%lpXwrCwAt"2_D <> Additionally, SACERS-U items 12, 14, and 43-47 are not scored. 741 0 obj <> endobj stream It also helps the schedule run smoothly when classrooms and toilets are very The assessor will arrive when the center or home opens or when children are arriving. -01Fn.!.D1$T8bS@a*@GSjJDus=a|e11&Y3Q`b .mNlmIz~Xq%bO}}WG"'4 _B]t5yjNQ/Lm30!D:P?wF=y;!;3LDks0zo)3a s&b7q6R6"?7))n)Ud|H$&L.0rzX ("4(q``(zYSQ7ja 26{-k!Glk?0v*!uT>.AX\p=lF D.-K"?|PoLI@=,4yr:H)T_2v=4'y=T\68X^aCW/%OG7FXe{ hePZ]8) m9;8c:~=32QxFOh?.D:H/[x\Bs ;1o12a u6Ipk9uuH&=W"..O`^-if@g30yL]w,boL7yyL@8E(n$h(z%[7g{IH)DoHi(;6iTt32aCzzK+a:$}dS6lQRT'Z:nE:5-"goR}//Ig? The assessment report includes a section called "Summary of Indicators Not Receiving Credit" that identifies every indicator where requirements were not met. Og=(14{%! @b[oodu{t9!k^0X%szG7LB,]Y,s`iN.bTCA!;I*.6 &zWG`Y^ . %PDF-1.5 % Programs may be concerned that a classroom will suddenly change from an ITERS-R classroom into an ECERS-R classroom because of one childs birth date. It is a better indicator of the level . For example, there are 5 infant and toddler classrooms and 9 preschool classrooms. At least two children must be enrolled for the assessment to occur. &3_o5^[&v"NU\/mo@uf&|zcO$4>`qBOrT$;PC>8?`qJqy! When 1/3 of that age group has been represented, additional assessment(s) will be added for the next largest age/scale group, as needed, until the total number needed is reached. Title. An ITERS-R, ECERS-R, and SACERS-U assessment will be needed, so each room will be assessed. W^8ayXep>`o0w+Lz+oZkK<8nvh~xNq@[L` ,J;SFiKiKtT %PDF-1.3 % HVMo6WQ[lA=8?wf(Y6nk&)73oH9={n In our experience, children are often interested in new faces initially, but when their familiar adults are able to go about their day as typical, children settle down very quickly. 1532 0 obj <>/Filter/FlateDecode/ID[<6D38F37B1E1C454C801B1356DFF3ADC6>]/Index[1506 42]/Info 1505 0 R/Length 125/Prev 302844/Root 1507 0 R/Size 1548/Type/XRef/W[1 3 1]>>stream The range of quality scores are easy to understand. A classroom and curriculum geared toward developmentally appropriate practice will lead to generally good behavior that is the product of self-motivation rather than the result of punishment and control. The interview takes place during naptime or while a substitute teacher replaces the child care provider. There are additional requirements for a re-assessment process in NC Pre-K programs and Developmental Day licensed sites, when a classroom score is less than 5.0. Likewise, if the program has been previously assessed, review of the earlier assessment report(s) can be helpful. hb```c@( F3 Often teachers are concerned that children act differently when there are visitors in the classroom. For each observation, the assessor will complete a detailed report that identifies the programs strengths and areas that could be improved as determined by the Environment Rating Scale assessment. BcpPDD:HFI'_wHgO_hH DFeb^uVs!E^U^6O"h 8[U4[ml>nkh3k=45KYC^>rze:P9dGj-Vr >iv'@LbC<3iuNv[2;OeX`:zta8aad}bOON.#DICn'' o}33DSICm' _b6N^}Am[cTDICn[' T)=\;U/d]/1\"IBut" t%JaMJ3wuL,k.7 Q{4 7=;r\:Qs9\9S8Ph8vn5M3Z2BRIH 10:=L/be4&g9L$b9@aCcnl= 1XI9]SA-x&cTQt!L7"]b{*U`0"TNl*BI# mobXTejA:$ .$HVo H1ET XDi$)Pg{} ;| For after school assessments, assessors may conduct an interview before children arrive as well as a post-assessment interview. Most ofthese items relate to time spent in free play/learning centers. If there are times of the day that tend to be more challenging or there are other predictable "higher need" times or situations, consider whether other program level resources, such as strategically using additional staff at these times, could be used to support teachers and enhance the functioning of each classroom. 991 0 obj <>stream Free play; 36. 1For more information about the ECERS-R scale and ECERS-R item requirements, please see the All About the ECERS-R book, and the ECERS-R spiral bound scale. endobj 978 0 obj <>/Filter/FlateDecode/ID[]/Index[954 38]/Info 953 0 R/Length 110/Prev 533937/Root 955 0 R/Size 992/Type/XRef/W[1 2 1]>>stream endstream endobj 745 0 obj <>stream hbbd``b`^$ @Dx0]$ (be Hp:@ HH(X@6H`%2f`bd*%3|0 ` ECERS-R Webinar Series . endstream endobj startxref 0 hsNS&1pSZ'YRu,w>JPr(?fg~*W?TF 0 _bt.P-$N#K]rUs_X$b[c\A7k[a 5&2l!2`!h:/_W&|BZ'YvSjvYvVZvxQ\?3#X,5A. To determine how many assessments are needed, first consider the age ranges of the different classrooms and which rating scale they fit into (e.g., infant and toddler rooms use the ITERS-R, older two-year old rooms and preschool rooms use the ECERS-R). These documents are available under the "Resources" menu and include: Then you and/or your child care consultant may decide to call our office with any questions; your call will be forwarded to the appropriate staff person who will address your questions. Children tend to react more-so to changes in their teacher's actions or expectations, than they do to the presence of a new adult, because teachers are the adults they know and trust. %%EOF AAc ty4("6h=h X!qGp+ <>>> Following the 3 Star requirements are additional High-Quality Practices that programs must demonstrate to . for applied star rating by submitting documentation that meets the requirements from any level and any category. Title. These will include 1 ECERS-R and 2 ITERS-R assessments. The smallest number of children that can be assessed is two and if only two children are enrolled, then both must be present during the assessment. The Environment Rating Scales require a 30 to 45 minute interview with the teacher or child care provider after the observation to complete scoring. There are several standard documents that you should be aware and your consultant may have other documents related to the program standards portion of the NC Star Rated License. 1. ECERS-R 101 Why the DECE uses the ECERS -R tool What the ECERS -R tool measures, broadly . This can help identify indicators beyond a lower scoring indicator or even those at the 7 level, where additional consideration may be helpful in improving children's experiences. However, it is important to remember that as two-year-olds mature, these additional materials are developmentally appropriate, and necessary to maintain and stimulate children's interest. University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Whole-group activities for play and learning. qP }$r How Do You Measure Quality? V5JA w8&B3QPIPGyDL#u*myuPQT% 9H>mytP0:{s 6CnbNCR/>}LCqXP 82g*))xb3M,D(=\v>8zK"Q!&5P'8f"XX")L1"Z.S(T"z5m1k?&.=B.9!q`f jU 0@&-o&]qy{xZl(CBG6rzT8(voi]ogsv* +T{Op<0"yP`v"5(Ao8[s!(/*Vly'jJYY,I [H XHu'kql2)[Xt!ev" This may include brainstorming with staff, training and technical assistance from local or regional resources, purchasing equipment, rearranging rooms, or reviewing and revising policies, procedures, and daily practices. Provisions for children with disabilities; If only one child is enrolled, an assessment will not occur. endstream endobj 1507 0 obj <>/Metadata 69 0 R/OCProperties<>/OCGs[1533 0 R]>>/Outlines 95 0 R/PageLayout/SinglePage/Pages 1501 0 R/StructTreeRoot 134 0 R/Type/Catalog>> endobj 1508 0 obj <>/ExtGState<>/Font<>/Properties<>/XObject<>>>/Rotate 0/StructParents 0/Tabs/S/Type/Page>> endobj 1509 0 obj <>stream <> 1506 0 obj <> endobj Em`#1^e{0B7&z9i9>,"A)|9"5z#S:as=^p4X'^I5YOZEBo{wcJ)&7q; It is important to discuss either option with your child care licensing consultant. 186 0 obj <> endobj 7.1 "Wide selection" means a "significant variety" of topics. 6. There are some items and subscales that are not scored and these are: Copies of all of the rating scales are available at your local Resource & Referral and/or Partnership agencies.

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