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The CLassroom Assessment Scoring System (CLASS) is an observation tool that focuses on the effectiveness of classroom interactions among teachers and children, because it is these daily interactions that promote children's social and cognitive development. Children thrive when teachers create nurturing, well-managed settings and provide frequent and engaging opportunities to learn. 28 pages.
In classrooms with a strong positive climate, teachers and children are enthusiastic about learning and respectful of one another. Indicators of positive climate: Relationships, Positive Affect, Positive Communication, Respect