Presentation

This presentation, Session 1: So What's This All About?, provides background information on the Child Outcomes Summary (COS) process, including why we collect child outcomes data and how the data are used. As you view the presentation, keep in mind that the term "outcomes" in this context is defined as the actual change or result that comes from the services provided to a child or family. Providing services is not an outcome; the outcome is what children achieve through those services. Because children continually acquire new skills, they experience a series of outcomes over time.
 

Access the presentation by clicking the link below. The structure of the presentation allows you to pause or advance through it at your own pace. You need an internet connection and your audio should be turned on. To read the script of the audio recording while viewing, click on the video camera icon in the lower right-hand corner and then click the Notes tab.

Before you begin the presentation, you may find it helpful to review the documents located in the Resources callout box above. You can download/print a copy of the presentation for notetaking purposes. The other documents are referenced in or related to the presentation and will deepen your understanding of the content.