Adults Archives - Page 10 of 33 - Early Childhood Webinars

March 18, 2020

The Joys and Challenges of Managing Nature-Based Programs, by Rachel Larimore, M.A.

Sponsored by Nature Explore. “Get children outside more!” It seems a common phrase lately with a growing awareness for beneﬁts of experiences with nature. Yet, the reality is it’s easier said than done. Yes, there are many beneﬁts to children and teachers alike by integrating nature into the preschool curriculum. There are also opportunities for integrating nature in even more frequent and meaningful ways. For[...] Full Description

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Rachel Larimore

Topics :
Nature, Program Management

February 12, 2020

Your Program’s Reputation Depends on Staff Engagement, by Tony D’Agostino

Sponsored by Early Childhood Investigations Consultants Directory. What do people in your community say about your program? Reputation is everything when it comes to operating a successful center. Managing your program’s reputation is not a one-time chore, it reflects the culture and day to day interactions and decisions. Learn how to you, as the program leader can make decisions to build program credibility! In this[...] Full Description

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Tony D'Agostino

January 29, 2020

Cultivating Young Scientists Through Culture and Family Engagement, by Tara Henderson and Victoria Roanhorse

This session is sponsored by New Mexico Association for the Education of Young Children. Science explorations in early childhood programs are sometimes just happy accidents, which is always great. But because science helps children learn how to learn, it’s too important to just let it happen. Join this exciting webinar by two experienced early childhood science experts, Tara Henderson and Victoria Roanhorse, to build your[...] Full Description

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Victoria Roanhorse

Tara Henderson

Topics :
Family Engagement, Science

January 16, 2020

Executive Function and Language Development: Unpacking the Science and Exploring New Findings, by Lisa Guernsey

Sponsored by Tools of the Mind. It is no secret among seasoned early childhood teachers that children who thrive are those who are able to articulate their needs, have the ability to regulate their emotions, and can focus their attention on a task. Now, findings from new research studies are not only backing up that intuition, but they are providing teachers and child care staff[...] Full Description

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Lisa Guernsey

Topics :
Executive Function, Language Development

January 8, 2020

Children’s Lively Minds: Deb Curtis & Nadia Jaboneta Share Insights About Schema Theory

Sponsored by Redleaf Press. Jean Piaget described a schema as a thread of thought which is demonstrated by repeated patterns in children’s play and suggested that children’s play is a reﬂection of deeper, internal and speciﬁcally directed thoughts. When children explore schemas, they build understandings of abstract ideas, patterns, and concepts. Children are keen observers, able to see the smallest details and possibilities in the[...] Full Description

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Deb Curtis

Nadia Jaboneta

Topics :
Schema Theory, Teaching Practices

December 11, 2019

Moving Beyond Multicultural Education: Promoting Equity in Early Childhood Education, by Jen Neitzel and Ebonyse Mead

Sponsored by Early Childhood Investigations Consultants Directory. Although we often think of educational equity as being exclusive to K-12 settings, research indicates that about half of the test score gap between Black and White students is already evident when children enter kindergarten. Just stop and think about that! BEFORE children even enter “formal” schooling, they suffer from inequity. These findings are important because they suggest[...] Full Description

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Ebonyse Mead

Jen Neitzel

Topics :
Equity, Social Justice

November 6, 2019

One Chance for a 1st Impression: How small changes can have a BIG impact on enrollment, by Jared Hall and Carol Levins

Sponsored by Intellikid Systems If you are an early childhood program Director or leader who must ensure full enrollment, you know you only get one chance to make a ﬁrst impression. Whether that first impression is on the phone, over email, or in person, prospective families form critical opinions about programs almost immediately. Join this enlightening webinar by enrollment expert Jared Hall and Carol Levins.[...] Full Description

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Carol Levins

Jared Hall

Topics :
Business, Program Management

October 24, 2019

Pathways to Nature-Based Play: There Is One for You! by Kay Albrecht, Ph.D., Halcyon Reese-Learned and Sharon Young

Sponsored by Nature Explore. Nature-Based Play is all the rage these days. The list of documented benefits that can accrue to children, teachers, families, programs, and from having myriad engaging outdoor experiences is growing longer as this trend spreads into the educational mainstream. If you want to explore where you might fit in this movement and consider myriad ways to expand the role it plays[...] Full Description

Presenter(s):

Halcyon Reese-Learned

Sharon DuShane Young

Kay Albrecht

Topics :
Nature, Play

October 23, 2019

Build a Culture of Family Engagement Through Responsive Communication, by Mary Muhs

This session is sponsored by The InvestiGator Club. Working with parents and families can be a challenge, especially when there are contradictory expectations. It can also be a joyful experience where engaging, life-long relationships are developed and cherished. In this engaging session, author, thought leader and professor, Mary Muhs, will explore family child care, center-based and school-based early childhood programs, can take a new look[...] Full Description

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Mary Muhs

Topics :
Family Engagement, Teaching Practices

October 17, 2019

10 Simple Management Strategies That Bring Positive Changes to Your Early Childhood Program, by Caroline Jens

Sponsored by Smartcare As a program director, continuous quality improvement is probably among your priorities. There is power and energy that comes from making minor adjustments which in turn, bring you and your organization huge changes. Join this powerful this powerful webinar, by early childhood management expert, Caroline Jens, learn ten simple strategies ignite your program’s focus. You will learn how: Praise turns into[...] Full Description

Presenter(s):

Caroline Jens

Topics :
Business, Change Management, Management

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