Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE)
Date: October 16th to 17th, 2025
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Topic: Training of the Child Development Assessment (CDA) Instrument to all teachers in a systematic way
Description: The workshop will feature practical exercises and case studies, allowing participants to apply the concepts learned to real-life scenarios. By the end of the workshop, participants will be equipped with the tools and confidence to conduct thorough and accurate child development assessments, ensuring that children receive the support they need to thrive.
Objective:
- Familiarize teachers with the CDA instrument
- Develop proficiency in administering the CDA instrument
- Enhance skills in interpreting assessment results
- Promote consistency and reliability in assessments
- Integrate the CDA instrument into the classroom routine
- Support collaborative assessment and reporting
- Address ethical and cultural considerations
- Prepare teachers for ongoing professional development
These objectives aim to ensure that all teachers are thoroughly trained in the systematic use of the CDA Instrument, leading to more accurate and effective assessments that support the developmental needs of every child in their care.
Target Audience: ECCE Centre Staff Tobago
Point Person: Dr. Elizabeth King-Oliver, ECCE Curriculum Programme Coordinator
Mode of Delivery: Online