41 Curriculum & Learning Environment 5. Physical Environment (continued) 2. Monitoring the Physical Environment Level 1 Recognize the importance of program guidelines for monitoring and maintaining the physical environments. CLE 5.2.1 Level 2 Observe, identify and discuss the importance of monitoring the physical environment. Conduct and manage daily activities and routines while monitoring the physical environment and making appropriate modifications. CLE 5.2.2 Level 3 Develop, plan, and implement appropriate monitoring of the physical environment to ensure: o Safety o Unobstructed pathways o Ability to see and hear all children at all times o Variety of activities to meet diverse levels of development o Nurturing of decision- making, autonomy, and creativity o Access to materials and activities for all children, including those with special needs o Storage for personal belongings o Minimization of interruptions o Active and quiet activities o Support of individual and group activities CLE 5.2.3 Level 4 Analyze, evaluate, and modify the physical environment to ensure safety, comfort and developmental appropriateness and to maximize the growth, development and learning of children. Develop methods, procedures, and guidelines for monitoring the physical environment. CLE 5.2.4 Level 5 Analyze, evaluate articulate, and apply current knowledge, theories, research, and best practices regarding monitoring of the physical environment to ensure the safety of every child. Advocate for licensing regulations and quality standards to ensure the safety of every child. CLE 5.2.5 3. Current Trends in Environmental Design Level 1 Implement changes in the learning environment as directed. CLE 5.3.1 Level 2 Observe, identify and discuss the importance of adapting environments based current information and trends in learning environment design. Implement changes in physical environments based on current information on environmental design. CLE 5.3.2 Level 3 Develop, plan, and implement optimal environments for young children taking into account current information and trends in learning environment design. CLE 5.3.3 Level 4 Analyze, evaluate, and modify the environment to continually update the design of the indoor and outdoor learning environments. CLE 5.3.4 Level 5 Analyze, evaluate articulate, and apply current knowledge, theories, research, and best practices regarding the design of indoor and outdoor early childhood environments. CLE 5.3.5