Learning to Listen, Listening to Learn (03/30/20 - 04/20/20)
Learn to improve your own listening skills and those of children by understanding the components of effective listening. Children’s listening habits and skills are predictors of oral language proficiency, reading and writing but they do not come naturally-they must be taught and practiced. Learn how to teach children and practice with them!
Read MoreStrengthening Families™ (03/02/20 - 03/23/20)
This course provides an in-depth review of the Strengthening Families approach, including key aspects of the five Strengthening Families protective factors. Participants will identify strategies for supporting families in building healthy, positive social connections, and accessing concrete support in times of need as well as strategies for supporting families in building parental resilience, knowledge of…
Read MoreEthics in the Early Childhood Profession – An Introduction (12/16/19 - 03/31/20)
Learn what the NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct is and understand the value of this document and pledge to professionalism. “Ethics – in the form of knowledge and skill in making responsible professional decisions – is one of the most fundamental qualities of a competent early childhood educator” (Feeney & Freeman, 2012) This is an…
Read MoreEngaging and Communicating with Parents (12/16/19 - 03/31/20)
Explore the value of helping parents become more involved and engaged in the child care program as well as learn specific techniques for accomplishing this. In addition engage in a variety of techniques for strengthening communication skills with parents. This is an online Learning course offered through Anytime Learning
Read MoreDual Language Learners (12/16/19 - 03/31/20)
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 (12/16/19 - 03/31/20)
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 MoreDesigning Positive Mealtimes for Child Care Providers (12/16/19 - 03/31/20)
Good eating habits are essential to healthy, happy children and long-term wellness. Did you know that simple changes to mealtime and snack-time environments in child care settings can improve kids’ well-being? This course provides an engaging introduction to positive mealtimes in child care settings, including serving style, convenience, taste expectations and role-modeling. Instructors guide participants…
Read MoreCreating Respectful, Healthy Child Care Environments (12/16/19 - 03/31/20)
Discover challenges for parents and child care providers posed by our present culture and how these factors can lead to child abuse and neglect. Explore practical strategies for creating healthy, positive child care home and center environments that can decrease these stressors for parents and other care givers, children, and child care providers. This is…
Read MoreChoosing Early Childhood Curriculum: An Overview and Discussion (12/16/19 - 03/31/20)
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 MoreChildcareAlive!: Shaping the First Five – Healthy Eating and Active Play Curriculum (12/16/19 - 03/31/20)
Learn how to engage children and families with fun nutrition and active play lessons using the “ChildcareAlive!: Shaping the First Five” Guide. Discover best practices for teaching children about nutrition and leading them in structured physical activity. This is an online ATL Module
Read MoreChild Care Emergencies: Taking a Look (12/16/19 - 03/31/20)
Identify the risks and hazards that may affect your child care program and examine the best practices for protecting the children in your care. Review the emergency plans and discuss communicating, maintaining and practicing your emergency plan.This is an online ATL Module
Read MoreCDA Session The CDA Exam & Verification (12/16/19 - 03/31/20)
Begin preparing for the CDA exam by taking practice tests and fine tuning your CDA knowledge. In addition gather facts about the verification visit and what to expect. This is an online ATL module
Read MoreSupporting Social Emotional Growth in Infants and Toddlers (03/02/20 - 03/23/20)
This course session focuses on the importance of social emotional development in infants and toddlers. Participants will examine strategies to support positive social emotional development in infants, toddlers including routines and emotional climate. Participants will also explore ways to build relationships with the families of infants and toddlers to support ongoing social emotional development.
Read MoreWorking with Infants and Toddlers with Special Healthcare Needs (03/04/20 - 03/18/20)
Creating a Positive Multicultural Environment for All Children (03/02/20 - 03/23/20)
This training has been designed to help early care and education providers think deeply about their work with diverse children and families. We will be exploring how to address our own biases, and celebrate differences in teaching and caring for young children. We will talk about our role as educators, the development of children, and…
Read MoreCDA Session Professional Portfolio & Conducting a Self-Study (12/16/19 - 03/31/20)
Prepare key documents in preparation for the CDA Exam and Verification Visit, including the Professional Portfolio, the Statements of Competence, and the Professional Philosophy Statement. This is a an online module through ATL
Read MoreBuilding a Healthy Plate: Cooking with Whole Grains (12/16/19 - 03/31/20)
Child care providers are being encouraged to serve children more whole grains. In this course you will learn how to read labels for whole grains, tips for shopping for whole grains on a budget and ideas on how to prepare whole grain foods that children will eat. You will also learn how to introduce whole…
Read MoreAuthentic Observation (12/16/19 - 03/31/20)
In this interactive, two hour session participants will be introduced to child observation and the tools of objective observation. Participants will discuss the rationale for child observation, will practice observation techniques and will discuss ways in which to use observation information to individualize care and learning environments.
Read MoreContinuing Education: Ethical Responsibility & Evidence-Based Practice (04/01/20 - 04/15/20)
In this course, participants will become well equipped to consider their ethical responsibilities and the importance of using an evidence based approach as adult educators. Included in this course is a discussion of the NAEYC Code of Ethics and Statement of Commitment, the NAEYC Code of Ethics Supplement for Early Childhood Adult Educators, professional wisdom…
Read MoreGood Teaching is Good Teaching Anytime (02/06/20 - 03/05/20)
Part 1 Intro to Online Education – We will examine best practices of adult education and how they transfer to online education. Specific focus will be on adult learning theory, environments and implementation into online education. Part 2 Building Community – we will become familiar with how to promote effective communication among students and between…
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