Digitalization in Preschool Behavior Monitoring: Teachers’ Perceptions and Practices

This study investigates preschool teachers' perceptions and practices regarding child behavior monitoring, along with their openness to digital solutions, within an educational context characterized by technology integration and the need for enhanced parent-teacher partnerships. Employing a descriptive design, the study involved administering an online questionnaire to preschool teachers from kindergartens in Cluj County, Romania, representing a range of ages and professional experience levels. The findings indicate a prevalence of traditional observation methods, such as written forms and handwritten notes, over digital tools. The main challenges identified in the use of digital instruments include time constraints for teachers and the lack of applications tailored to the specific needs of the kindergarten setting. However, most of the respondents express interest in using digital applications that facilitate automated report generation, personalized recommendations, and direct, efficient communication with parents. The conclusions emphasize the potential of a dedicated digital tool to meet the real needs of teachers and support a systematic process of behavioral monitoring in education.