9/21/2021

Introducing AEPS®-3 and More

New Resources from Brookes

Your Presenter

Amy Clause Senior Marketing Manager

[email protected]

Today’s Presentation

1. AEPS-3 Changes and Updates
2. Walkthrough of the New Child Observation Data Form
3. Sneak Peek of the AEPS-3 Curriculum
4. New Books for Early Childhood Educators
5. Free Resources

What’s New

• One seamless system for birth to six years
• Improved, updated test items
• New Literacy and Math areas
• Enhanced family materials
• Ready-Set—a shorter measure focused on school readiness skills
• Multi-tiered curriculum organized around routines and activities

An Inside Look at the CODF

Child Observation Data Form (CODF)

1. Review the test administration information beginning on page 1 of APP3- Volume 2, Chapter 2. Review item criteria, illustrations, and notes beginning on page 4 of APP3- Volume 2, Chapter 3. Make sure you understand the methods for collecting child performance data and using procedures before using this form.
2. Record the test administration date and examiner at the top of each AEPS-3 area (Fine Motor, Gross Motor, Adaptive, Social Emotional, Social Communication, Cognitive, Literacy and Math).
3. Observe the child and score AEPS-3 Test items by comparing the child's performance on each item with its stated criterion. Score items without using the stated criteria will invalidate the test results.
4. Use Notes to assist in qualifying children (some topical but highly recommended). Notes are as follows:
   • C = Conduct;
   • M = Modification;
   • Q = Quality;
   • R = Report.
5. Target column refers to identified IEP or IPSP goal. Check this box for every selected goal.
6. Record the child's results at the end of each area (Area Rate Score and Area Percent Score). Also record comments as needed.

Fine Motor Results

• Area Raw Score is the sum of the child’s item scores in the area
• Area Raw Score Possible is the number of points possible in the area. In the Fine Motor area, the Area Raw Score possible is 62, as shown on the form (31 items × 2 points per item).
• Area Percent Score line is total percent the child scored in relation to the possible score in the area.

Sneak Peek at the Reimagined AEPS-3 Curriculum

• multi-tiered systems of support
• blended practices

Easily link assessment with intervention/teaching and streamline creation of IFSPs and IEPs.

3 Levels

•Beginning—infant and very early skills (birth to 18 months developmentally)

•Growing—toddler and early skills (18 months to 3 years developmentally)

•Ready—preschool and school preparation skills (3 to 6 years developmentally)

Organized by Routines and Activities

• Active & Outdoor Play
• Field Trips
• Arrival & Departure
• Math
• Art
• Meals & Snacks
• Bath Time
• Music & Movement
• Block Play
• Nap & Sleep
• Circle Time
• Science
• Diapering, Toileting, & Handwashing
• Technology
• Dramatic Play
• Writing
• Dressing

Three Tiers for Teaching

Universal, targeted, and specialized strategies included for each routine/activity.

Strategies for each tier:

• Universal support
• Focused support
• Specialized support

Introducing AEPS-3 Webinar Series

Introducing AEPS®-3 Thursday, 9/30 at 2:00 pm ET
Introducing AEPS®-3 Ready-Set Thursday, 10/21 at 12:00 pm ET
Introducing the Reimagined Thursday, 11/4 at 2:00 pm ET
AEPS®-3 Curriculum

New Early Childhood Books

• Put five essential coaching strategies into practice
• Conduct practice-focused strengths and needs assessments
• Write effective goals and action plans
• Learn how to:
  • A complete guide to implementing practice-based coaching

Figure 1.3. Practice-Based Coaching framework.

Your Guide to a Deeper Understanding of EARLY INTERVENTION PRACTICE

A one-of-a-kind workbook to help professionals ensure the best outcomes for children and families

SING.PLAY.LOVE. Kits

Each kit includes:

• Picture books
• Downloadable songs
• Musical scores
• Interactive music videos
• Video models for teachers
• Printable pages for kids
• PLAY & LEARN printable pages for families
• Access to the Online Launch Pad

The Early Intervention Teaming Handbook, Second Edition

New Additions and Updates:

• Aligned with DEC Recommended Practices
• New Scenario and Tool indexes
• Realistic case studies and transcripts
• More than 20 reproducible forms, tools, and checklists

Explore Our Coffee Chats

Upcoming free video chats with Brookes authors:

• Oct. 12: Supporting High Quality Inclusion: The Project Approach
• Dec. 1: 6 Adult Learning Principles Every Early Interventionist Should Know
• Nov. 10: Using TPITOS to Support the Use of Social-Emotional Teaching Practices

Questions?
Amy Clause – [email protected]