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Observe children to inform practice

Observe children to inform practice

Unit of competency
National Code
CHCECE038
State Code
ODK31
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
20/07/2021
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
30/11/2021
Field of Education
090503 - Children’s Services
Original Release Date
30/11/2021
Nominal Hours
35
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to identify and gather information about children from observation and other sources as part of a collaborative process and as a basis for curriculum planning.This unit applies to educators who contribute to the curriculum planning process under the guidance of others in regulated children’s education and care services in Australia.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Observe and interact with children.
  • 1.1. Identify children’s interests, ideas, knowledge, skills and strengths based on observation and interactions.
  • 1.2. Investigate and understand a range of observation techniques and their application in the workplace.
  • 1.3. Seek guidance from colleagues about observation tools and processes.
  • 1.4. Select appropriate observation technique according to the context of the observation.
2. Seek information from secondary sources.
  • 2.1. Use information from children’s records and family to assist in curriculum planning.
  • 2.2. Collaborate with others to collect information about each child’s needs, interests, skills and cultural practices.
3. Record and communicate information.
  • 3.1. Observe the child and accurately record meaningful information according to service policies and procedures.
  • 3.2. Discuss information gathered with relevant people to inform planning.
  • 3.3. Discuss and record information in ways that are free from bias and negative labelling of children.
4. Analyse and interpret information and observations.
  • 4.1. Reflect on information gathered from observations and secondary sources.
  • 4.2. Identify and use opportunities to discuss reflections with colleagues and gain their perspectives.
  • 4.3. Identify learning and development aspects of the child based on gathered information.
  • 4.4. Determine and document links to the approved learning framework.
5. Contribute to curriculum planning.
  • 5.1. Use information gathered and own reflections about the child to contribute to the planning of programs that promote children’s learning, development and wellbeing.
  • 5.2. Use information gathered about the child to support interactions that are responsive and respectful of individual needs.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WG756 CHCECE013 Use information about children to inform practice Unit of competency