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Simple, Inexpensive Additions to Maximize Learning Through Play
Presented by Amber Tankersley, PhD
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Course: #32605Level: Introductory1 Hour
Budgets are often limited in early childhood programs which means early childhood professionals must be creative in selecting materials to use in their classrooms. This course provides an overview of how to maximize learning opportunities using repurposed, free, found, and inexpensive items.

Play, Has It Become A 4 Letter Word In Education?
Presented by Tere Bowen-Irish, OTR/L
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Course: #35163Level: Intermediate1 Hour
The concept of returning to play-based Pre-K and K seems to be making a resurgence. Promoting learning via play makes sense as children naturally learn through exploration, cause and effect, and pleasure. Throwing away the worksheets to pave the way for play-based learning to become the norm can initially be daunting for all working with young children. We will review research, implementation, and outcomes that promote this initiative.

Inspiring Young Children’s Engagement Through Active Learning
Presented by Eve Margol, BA, MEd
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Course: #32513Level: Introductory1 Hour
How do we make students active rather than passive learners? In this course, walk away with strategies and learn how the classroom experience can change with the challenges and opportunities the 21st century presents for academic success.

Techniques and Tips for Supervision During Play
Presented by Heather Olsen, EdD
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Course: #32494Level: Introductory1 Hour
We know young children learn through play. This course is filled with supervision tips, play strategies, and suggestive items for supervision techniques.

Designing Effective Learning Centers for Young Children
Presented by Amber Tankersley, PhD
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Course: #32450Level: Introductory1 Hour
Learning centers can provide an excellent way to organize learning opportunities for young children. This course will provide an overview of how to get started using learning centers in your early childhood program.

Place-Based Learning - Connecting Young Children to Their Communities & Environments
Presented by Hilary Seitz, PhD
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Course: #32396Level: Intermediate1 Hour
Learn about place-based learning and how to connect to "Our Place," our communities, and build curriculum. Examples of "Our Place" are shared as well as how to implement a place-based learning project with young children.

Drawing from the Reggio Emilia Approach to Inspire Connection, Creativity, and Curiosity in the Classroom
Presented by Sarah Ozuna Brown, MS
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Course: #32390Level: Intermediate1 Hour
Inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, this session explores the symbiotic relationship between a child's three teachers: primary caregiver, classroom teacher, and environment. Explore how to strengthen the relationships between the three teachers for a more connected and well-rounded learning experience for children and learn ways to implement Reggio Emilia-inspired practices into your practices to build an optimal learning environment for children.

Collective Trauma and Building a Trauma-Informed Culture
Presented by Nadia Tourinho, MSW, LICSW, LCSW-C
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Course: #32286Level: Advanced4 Hours
Gain information about building a trauma-informed culture in your program, including the necessary steps to prepare staff/professionals for processing trauma with children and their families. Learn essential techniques and strategies for use in the classroom and how to help staff who may have or are experiencing trauma.

Balancing the Classroom Canoe
Presented by Sandra Duncan, BA, MS, EdD
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Course: #32261Level: Intermediate1 Hour
Learn about the importance of a built environment and how it can impact children’s growth and development as well as easy-to-implement strategies for balancing a classroom environment.

Kids in the Kitchen: Supersize Their Learning
Presented by Amber Tankersley, PhD
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Course: #32068Level: Introductory2 Hours
Many life skills and experiences are being missed by children when they do not have a hand in food preparation and cooking at home. Learn the benefits of food/cooking experiences and how to target many essential skills in an early childhood program.

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