Evaluation of teaching materials prepared for guidance of caregivers and day care teachers on child development

Abstract

Objective: to evaluate the clarity and objectivity of a guide with detailed explanations and illustrations about the neurodevelopment of children 0-6 years through the analysis of day care teachers, physical therapists and caregivers. Methods: 23 subjects participated in the study, of which seven were caregivers, seven were teachers and nine were physical therapists. The “Guide of guidelines for the development of children 0-6 years” was prepared by the researchers and subsequently averaged by participants through a questionnaire. Results: The vast majority of survey participants classified the guide as good or excellent (96%). All agreed on the language used in the guide as good or excellent and stated that the application of this material favors the stimulation of children’s development. Conclusion: The guide proved to be a practical and cost-effective measure that can aid in stimulating child development.