NEW Resource: Reflective Action Planning Tool
A Resource for the Initial Practice-Based Professional Preparation Standards for the Early Interventionists/Early Childhood Special Educators (EI/ECSE) (Initial birth through age 8)
Purpose of the Reflective Action Planning Tool
This tool is designed to promote increased awareness, understanding, and application of the EI/ECSE Standards. It is intended to guide reflective practice and professional growth related to the knowledge and skills expected of EI/ECSE professionals.
The Reflective Action Planning Tool focuses on the components outlined in 7 of the 8 standards: (1) Child Development and Learning, (2) Partnering with Families, (3) Collaboration and Teaming, (4) Assessment Processes, (5) Application of Curriculum Frameworks in the Planning of Meaningful Learning Experience, (6) Using Responsive and Reciprocal Interactions, Interventions, and Instruction, and (7) Professional and Ethical Practice.
This tool supports 1) reflection on current knowledge and use of the EI/ECSE standards and components, 2) identification of areas of strength and opportunities for growth, and 3) development of actionable plans for continuous improvement over time. While not designed for formal evaluation (e.g., employment, pay, or grade decisions), the tool can also enhance reflective supervision conversations.
The Reflective Action Planning Tool is available in three formats:
