Eager-to-Learn MNCDA Module 2 (Cohort Feb 2021) MOVED to 7PM (05/04/21 - 06/29/21)
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 MoreTOT: Developmentally Appropriate Behavior Guidance (04/06/21 - 04/13/21)
Introduction To The Focused Portfolios Assessment System (07/28/21 - 08/25/21)
Explore the techniques for using Focused Portfolios as an assessment system as described in Focused Portfolios: A Complete Assessment System for the Young Child (Second Edition) by Gaye Gronlund and Bev Engel. Discuss successes and challenges while practicing each step of the Focused Portfolio process.
Read MoreCreating Cultural Connections in Child Care (08/10/21 - 08/31/21)
Families and communities provide the foundations children need to be successful. This course will at the resources and reflective skills providers need to work successfully with diverse families. Methods to find and promote the strengths of families as a way to promote child development will also be discussed.
Read MoreSupporting Social Emotional Growth in Infants and Toddlers (08/02/21 - 08/23/21)
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 MoreImplementing Curriculum in Early Childhood Programs (07/29/21 - 08/26/21)
Sensory Processing Disorder (07/28/21 - 08/25/21)
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 MorePlan, Learn, Grow: Using the Minnesota Early Childhood Indicators of Progress (cancelled) (08/02/21 - 08/30/21)
This class will review the structure, content and guiding principles of the Minnesota Early Childhood Indicators of Progress (ECIPs). Participants will become familiar with the ECIPs domains, components, indicators and strategies and how to use this tool for child and group observation and planning developmentally appropriate activities.
Read MoreExplore Leading a Staff Team (07/08/21 - 07/29/21)
Explore Leading a Staff Team is a 12-hour course delivered online through Eager to Learn. The leadership role in an early childhood organization requires significant support, guidance and communication with teaching staff in early childhood programming. Aspiring directors, whether coming from a teaching or other background, will benefit with from this overview of the skills…
Read MoreObservation and Documentation: Using Program Information for Decision-Making (07/06/21 - 07/27/21)
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.
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