Intro to STEM: Focus on Science (06/16/22 - 09/30/22)
Explore strategies for supporting science learning in early childhood. Examine resources available to educators and families. Plan and implement science activities across a variety of themes. This is an online course offered through Anytime Learning.
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Choosing Early Childhood Curriculum: An Overview and Discussion (06/16/22 - 09/30/22)
In this interactive session, participants will discuss the nature of curriculum and will explore the essential elements of a high quality early childhood curriculum. Strategies and considerations for selecting a curriculum will be presented. Throughout the session, participants will have opportunities to ‘meet’ various early childhood curricula and discuss the strengths and opportunities each presents.…
Read MoreSensory Processing Disorder (07/06/22 - 08/11/22)
Define the characteristics of Sensory Processing Disorder and how it may impact young children in child care programs. Identify strategies for inclusion as well as resources to share with parents.
Read MoreImplementing Curriculum in Early Childhood Programs (07/26/22 - 08/31/22)
Participants will learn how to design, create, and maintain an early childhood environment that promotes engagement, play and learning, addresses learning standards, utilizes individual and cultural differences, and meets the needs of children. Content also includes information and strategies on interaction with children in ways that support their play, including promoting engagement, adjusting to fit…
Read MoreCurrículo (Spanish Curriculum) (07/06/22 - 08/02/22)
Implementing Curriculum in Family Child Care (06/30/22 - 08/05/22)
This course focuses on the planning and implementation of curriculum in family child care settings. Participants learn to identify diverse learning needs through observation, reflection and interactions. The challenges of implementing curriculum with diverse age groups is explored through effective teacher-child interaction techniques, such as scaffolding, explicit instruction, questioning and extended learning.
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Define the characteristics of Sensory Processing Disorder and how it may impact young children in child care programs. Identify strategies for inclusion as well as resources to share with parents.
Read MorePromoting Healthy Eating and Physical Development in Child Care Programs (04/26/22 - 05/25/22)
Understand important influencers of healthy eating and physical activity in young children. Describe healthy eating and physical activity recommendations for young children and the benefits of these behaviors. Discuss how childcare plays a role in healthy physical development for young children. Describe activities that can be incorporated in childcare that promote healthy physical development for…
Read MoreCreating Diversity-Rich Environments For Young Children (04/28/22 - 05/27/22)
Explore how to create positive and inclusive environments for children of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. Examine all aspects of early childhood education: professional values, curriculum, behavior guidance, materials and toys, physical space, language, supporting families, and working with colleagues. Teachers, family childcare providers, parent educators, and directors learn how to teach and care for…
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