MNITCDA ETL Module 3 (04/14/20 - 07/14/20)
This modules consists of MNITCDA Classes 15-23:[crlf][crlf]Professional Development Planning[crlf]Routines as Opportunities [crlf]Environments that Promote Exploration [crlf]Learning through Discovery [crlf]The Importance of Play[crlf]Language and Communication [crlf]Language Development[crlf]Observation and Curriculum Planning [crlf]Planning to Meet Individual Needs
Read MoreObservation: Find the Function of Behavior (08/03/20 - 08/31/20)
Examine temperament and emotional development in relation to children’s behavior. Explore through observation the clues children give to the purpose behind their behavior. Examine the meaning of function of behavior and strategies for guiding challenging behaviors.
Read MoreObservation and Documentation: Using Program Information for Decision-Making (08/04/20 - 08/25/20)
This course will describe the components of authentic assessment, of which observation is key; describe how observation and documentation are used in making program decisions; and how to develop lesson plans using the Minnesota Early Indicators of Progress as a guide.
Read MoreAuthentic Child Assessment (07/09/20 - 08/06/20)
This course will review the history of authentic assessment and current trends within the early care and education field. Participants will gain knowledge and skills around data collection (the gathering of information through observation), data analysis (looking for patterns and trends, scanning, etc.), and data reporting (how to share authentic assessment information with parents). The…
Read MoreObservation and Documentation: Planning for Individual Needs (07/07/20 - 07/28/20)
This course on observation will focus on observation strategies, documentation methods, and using data to inform individualized care and learning experiences, especially for children with developmental concerns and challenging behaviors.
Read MoreIntroduction to Children with Special Needs (07/15/20 - 07/29/20)
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 MoreAuthentic Child Assessment: Special Considerations (06/02/20 - 06/30/20)
This course will review, in brief, some of the content of Authentic Child Assessment related to data analysis and data reporting. The focus of this course is on ethics of conducting child assessment, including the effect of personal biases and values on the assessment process; choosing appropriate assessment tools, the importance of environmental assessment used…
Read MoreAssessment-Gathering and Using Information (05/06/20 - 05/27/20)
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 MoreUnderstanding Autism and the Early Childhood Role (01/08/20 - 02/05/20)
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 MoreEarly Childhood Screening; What It’s All About (12/16/19 - 03/31/20)
Everything you need to know about early childhood screening so you can properly inform child care providers and parents.
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