Master the BOSR Challenge 2025 – Spot the Difference and Shine!

Reviewing general information relevant to the assessment just before an observation or screening session is crucial because it equips the observer with context about the child being assessed. This information could include the child’s background, specific areas of concern, previous developmental milestones, and unique circumstances that may impact the observation. By understanding this context, the observer can make more informed judgments and provide a more accurate and meaningful evaluation of the child's needs and behaviors during the session.

Standard operating procedures, while important for ensuring that the observation adheres to guidelines, do not provide specific insights about the child being observed. Previous reports of the child are also valuable, but they may not offer the immediate context needed right before the observation. Confidentiality agreements are important from a legal and ethical standpoint, but they do not directly enhance the understanding of the child in this immediate context. Hence, focusing on general information relevant to the assessment directly supports the goal of a successful and accurate observation.