The Learning Accomplishment Profile™ Birth to Kindergarten (LAP™ B-K) provides a systematic method for observing the skill development of any child functioning in the birth to 72-month age range, including children with special needs. The LAP™ B-K Kit contains a standardized set of the materials necessary to facilitate administration of the tool.
To access the LAP™ B-K assessment, a subscription to the Online LAP™ platform is required to administer and score items.
Aligns with Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework.
For professional development options, call 1-800-334-2014 ext. 3252 or request more information.
Description:
This training offers in-depth instruction on the correct administration, scoring, interpretation, and use of results for the Learning Accomplishment Profile™: Birth to Kindergarten (LAP™: B-K). Participants will receive training necessary to use this assessment as an effective instructional tool. During this training, participants will learn how to:
- Administer, score, interpret and execute instructional planning using assessment results
- Apply consistent standards and procedures when administering the instrument
- Interpret LAP™: B-K scores to individualize instruction, engage with parents, and evaluate program effectiveness
- Document and access notes and track progress between assessments within the online system
Objectives:
The Participant will:
- Describe the role and benefits of the LAP™: B-K within a comprehensive assessment program.
- Understand and take advantage of all capabilities through the LAP™: B-K online platform
- Explore the contents of the LAP™: B-K materials kit
- Understand chronological age, basal, ceiling, and developmental age concepts
- Practice entering child data and preparing to administer the LAP™: B-K online
- Understand the importance of adhering to administration instructions for assessment items
- Practice administering the LAP™: B-K during a field assignment
- Practice generating reports available through the online tool
- Describe how to use the results to inform planning for children
- Enhance skills for sharing assessment results effectively with parents and program administrator
Aligns with Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework.
For professional development options, call 1-800-334-2014 ext. 3252 or request more information.
