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Curriculum Planning and Child Assessment

Type
Course
Date of Publication
July 7, 2021
Price
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Overview

Effective administrators help teachers in their programs set up environments that are appropriate for children's developmental needs. They facilitate the planning and implementing of curriculum and daily activities. They collaborate with families and staff based on a sound model of planning, assessment, and modification.

Course Information

Effective administrators help teachers in their programs set up environments that are appropriate for children's developmental needs. They facilitate the planning and implementing of curriculum and activities that are aligned with state early learning guidelines, are culturally responsive, and inclusive for all children. They collaborate with families and staff based on a sound model of planning, assessment, and modification.

Funding for this 2-hour training course was provided by the Workforce Solutions as part of their Early Care and Education Quality Improvement initiative.

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  • Course

    It has often been stated, “A Director’s job is never done!” Gain the basic tools of addressing foundational issues of program leadership. Take a closer look into issues such as hiring.

  • Course

    Young children deserve well-planned environments that meet their individual needs. Discover how to provide well-planned, safe and secure environments, designed to meet children’s developmental needs and interests. Gain suggestions on how to create environments that support curriculum goals and early learning standards.

  • Course

    In this course, you will learn about healthy brain development. We discuss the importance of responsive interactions and secure attachments, how interactions drive language development, the roles of major brain chemicals, the impact of trauma on the developing brain, and strategies for supporting brain development.

  • Course

    Explore the causes, motivation and goals behind most behaviors. Discuss the different types of attachments between caregivers and children and how these attachments are formed and classroom strategies for guiding behaviors including the role of classroom design and classroom management plans.

  • Course

    To create an environment in a center or classroom where children are empowered to learn and grow, teachers must first ensure children feel safe and well. Strategies for keeping children safe and healthy, teaching them to make safe, healthy choices, and communicating health and safety information to families are explored.