CLASS stands for the Classroom Assessment Scoring System ®, an observation tool that measures what matters most in early learning: the quality of educator–child interactions.

Feb 11, 2025 · The Classroom Assessment Scoring System (CLASS®) is an observation instrument that assesses the quality of teacher-child interactions in center-based preschool …

For this indicator, staff make consistent and intentional efforts to make learning meaningful by helping children apply their thinking to real- world events that are part of the children’s …

CLASS assessments are conducted by a certified and reliable assessor from the Quality First Assessment team. The CLASS assessment tool can be used in center-based programs, family …

Over 200 research studies demonstrate that children in classrooms with more effective teacher-student interactions, as measured by CLASS, have better social and academic outcomes.

Apr 25, 2023 · Below, we’ve answered the top 6 questions about CLASS ® Assessment asked by the Teaching Strategies community. 1. What is the CLASS ® Assessment? The Classroom …

The Classroom Assessment Scoring System, developed by Robert Pianta at the University of Virginia is a tool for analyzing the quality of teacher-student interactions in the classroom.

The CLASS™ can be used to reliably assess classroom quality for research and program evaluation and also provides a tool to help new and experienced teachers become more …

Each pre-recorded training explores the CLassroom Assessment Scoring System (CLASS) tool and explains how educators can make more meaningful connections with the children in their …

Jul 8, 2025 · Explore this guide to learn how CLASS® relates to school readiness, as well as how to use the tool to collect and apply data. It includes case studies that show how programs have …