Assessment: Focus on Observation and Documentation (09/16/22 - 12/31/22)
Identify best practice for high-quality observation and documentation in early childhood settings. Practice objective observations of individuals as well as groups. Explore a variety of tools and strategies to support effective observation and documentation.
Read MoreAssessment: An Overview (09/16/22 - 12/31/22)
Consider the importance of using assessment in early childhood settings. Explore the steps of the authentic assessment cycle and how to embed them in your practice. Compare the ideas discussed with the best practice recommendations from the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC).
Read MoreMNCDA ETL Module 5 -June 2022 (05/05/23 - 08/05/23)
This course includes MNCDA classes 17-21: MNCDA Class 17 Safe Supervision MNCDA Class 18 Curriculum MNCDA Class 19 Assessment MNCDA Class 20 Program Quality MNCDA Class 21 Growing as a Professional
Read MoreUnderstanding Autism and the Early Childhood Role (10/14/22 - 11/19/22)
Explore typical and atypical development and red flags as they apply to Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Learn strategies for including children in child care who have ASD as well as the importance of referral and early intervention.
Read MoreEvaluación auténtica (Spanish Assessment-Gathering and Using Information) (09/02/22 - 10/01/22)
Assessment: Deepening Your Practice (06/16/22 - 09/30/22)
Explore a variety of methods of creating interactive assessment documentation such as portfolios and Learning Stories. Utilize assessment documentation to increase child engagement and learning. Examine methods for actively engaging families in the assessment and goal setting process.
Read MoreIntroduction to Children with Special Needs (10/11/22 - 11/02/22)
The incidence of varying disabilities and special needs continue to increase and most child care providers will have the opportunity to care for children with special needs. This workshop will review some of the red flags for developmental concern including challenging behavior and some of the diagnosis most commonly seen. The workshop will also review…
Read MoreAssessment-Gathering and Using Information (08/31/22 - 09/29/22)
Assessment is a familiar buzzword in the child care and education field but not always easily understood and practiced. Participants in this training will practice the assessment cycle of gathering information and making decisions based on that information. The purpose of gathering and using information is to support children and families.
Read MoreAssessment: Informing Curriculum and Instruction (06/16/22 - 09/30/22)
Explore techniques for using assessment data to guide curriculum planning and goal setting. Consider methods for adjusting interactions and environments to support individuals and groups. Practice observation, documentation and data analysis to guide individualized and group planning and goal setting.
Read MoreEarly Childhood Screening; What It’s All About (06/16/22 - 09/30/22)
Everything you need to know about early childhood screening so you can properly inform child care providers and parents.
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