Quality Teacher-Child Interactions

The quality of teacher-child interactions represents one of the most significant predictors of child outcomes in early childhood settings. This guide examines research on interaction quality, focusing on the CLASS observation framework and strategies for improving instructional support, emotional support, and classroom organization.

Contents

• Understanding the CLASS Framework
• Emotional Support Strategies
• Classroom Organization
• Instructional Support Techniques
• Feedback and Language Modeling
• Professional Development Approaches
• Self-Assessment Tools