The Development of Executive Functioning in Early Childhood (03/16/19 - 06/30/19)
Explore the meaning of executive functioning and its three thinking processes: working memory; cognitive or mental flexibility; and impulse control or self-regulation. Consider how executive functioning develops and how its development can be supported by caregivers in early childhood programs. This course is an online self-paced module offered through Anytime Learning.
Read MoreIntroduction to the Early Childhood Indicators of Progress (ECIPs): MN Early Learning Standards (03/16/19 - 06/30/19)
Learn about how to read and use the updated ECIPs. This two hour course describes and defines the organizational structure and terms of the standard as well as identifies resources for using the ECIPs within your program including involving and engaging families in children’s learning.
Read MoreDual Language Learners (03/16/19 - 06/30/19)
Explore what it means to be a dual language learner (DLL) and review best practices for supporting dual language learners in their care. Discuss strategies for supporting and working with DLL’s families. Learn the basics of language development in children and related terminology. After completing this module providers will be able to explain what it…
Read MoreDevelopmentally Appropriate Behavior Guidance (03/16/19 - 06/30/19)
Meets the four-hour preservice Child Development/Behavior Guidance training requirement for Family Child Care Providers. This training curriculum will address key facts about early brain development; define social emotional development and describe how it unfolds in the context of relationships; examine how environments affect children’s behaviors; and identify some concrete strategies for preventing behavioral challenges.
Read MoreMNCDA ETL Module 4 (08/29/19 - 10/10/19)
This module includes MNCDA classes 13-16:[crlf]MNCDA Class 13 Language Development[crlf]MNCDA Class 14 Early Literacy[crlf]MNCDA Class 15 Early Math[crlf]MNCDA Class 16 Scientific Thinking
Read MoreMNCDA ETL Module 3 (06/20/19 - 08/15/19)
This module includes MNCDA classes 9-12:[crlf]MNCDA Class 9 Professional Development Planning[crlf]MNCDA Class 10 Social-Emotional Development[crlf]MNCDA Class 11 Child Guidance[crlf]MNCDA Class 12 The Importance of Play
Read MoreMNCDA ETL Module 2 (04/11/19 - 06/06/19)
This module includes MNCDA Classes 6-8:[crlf]MNCDA Class 6 Introduction to Child Development[crlf]MNCDA Class 7 Introduction to Cognitive Development[crlf]MNCDA Class 8 ECIPs
Read MoreThe Development of Executive Functioning in Early Childhood (12/16/18 - 03/31/19)
Explore the meaning of executive functioning and its three thinking processes: working memory; cognitive or mental flexibility; and impulse control or self-regulation. Consider how executive functioning develops and how its development can be supported by caregivers in early childhood programs. This course is an online self-paced module offered through Anytime Learning.
Read MoreIntroduction to the Early Childhood Indicators of Progress (ECIPs): MN Early Learning Standards (12/16/18 - 03/31/19)
Learn about how to read and use the updated ECIPs. This two hour course describes and defines the organizational structure and terms of the standard as well as identifies resources for using the ECIPs within your program including involving and engaging families in children’s learning.
Read MoreDual Language Learners (12/16/18 - 03/31/19)
Explore what it means to be a dual language learner (DLL) and review best practices for supporting dual language learners in their care. Discuss strategies for supporting and working with DLL’s families. Learn the basics of language development in children and related terminology. After completing this module providers will be able to explain what it…
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