Gender, Expectations, and Social-Emotional Development in Early Childhood Programs, by Julie Nicholson, Ph.D., Nathanael Flynn, MA, and Mitali Purkayastha, AA
Sponsored by Second Step. What does it mean to be a boy or a girl–or something else? How do we support children to love their gender, and to talk about what can feel restricting or harmful about it? As early educators how do our own experience of and education about gender impact our ability to support gender diversity and healthy social-emotional development in our classrooms?[…] Full Description
The Heart of Inclusive and Meaningful Assessment Practices with Young Children, by Kristie Pretti-Frontczak, Ph.D. Jennifer Grisham, Ed.D. and Lynn Sullivan, M.Ed
Sponsored by Brookes Publishing. Authentic assessment, practiced well, can be one of the most beneficial tools for teaching all children in inclusive early childhood settings. The process of implementing authentic assessment, regardless of the tool, can help teachers connect deeply with children and families, as well as learn how to best support them as individuals. Of course, assessment results will inform practice for each[…] Full Description
Spark a Revolution in Early Education: Speaking Up for Ourselves and the Children, by Rae Pica
Sponsored by Redleaf Press. Hey! Are you eager for some real change in early care and education? In this inspiring webinar early childhood super-advocate and author Rae Pica will help you become an early childhood education changemaker! Yes, YOU! Dream big! Imagine the possibilities for early care and education if the policies were created by people who understand early childhood development and the needs of[…] Full Description
Creating Clear and Effective Policies and Procedures for Early Childhood Programs, by Beth Cannon
Sponsored by Procare. The past few years have taught us that we need to learn how to pivot when faced with challenges. No profession knows this better than early childhood. Early childhood professionals have pivoted to change how they do business including marketing, recruiting, and in some cases teaching. Due to the frequent changes that our profession has faced, it is important to not forget[…] Full Description
Winter Inside, Outside and Beyond the Classroom Walls: Your Program’s Best Winter Ever, by Dr. Claire Warden
Sponsored by Virtual Nature School Early educators around the world are increasingly embracing nature in our practice, but many find that venturing outside in winter can be a real challenge. For many teachers, the biggest barriers are planning for the right resources and their mindsets about being outside in all types of weather. In this refreshing webinar, International nature Pedagogista, Dr. Claire Warden will provide[…] Full Description
Resilient Relationships: Building Bridges Between Families and Programs, by Dr. Donna Housman and Emily Stone
Sponsored by Housman Institute. As early childhood educators and caregivers, you are the first point of contact for parents for all things related to their children. From “good morning” to circle time, snack time to nap time, potty training to lunch, curriculum to playground time – you are the captain of their child’s ship during school hours, and the one helping to steer their child’s[…] Full Description
Guiding Teachers to Use Technology with Young Children, by Brian Puerling and Gail Lovely
Sponsored by Johnnie Max. In this lively yet practical webinar, early childhood technology experts Brian Puerling and Gail Lovely will present insights and ideas for administrators to help teachers implement meaningful uses of technology with young learners. Knowing that early childhood educators often face resistance, hurdles, and challenges when it comes to using technology with children, this tour will also review and help you address[…] Full Description
Screening Bilingual Language Development for English–Spanish Speaking Preschoolers, by Aquiles Iglesias, Ph.D., Jill de Villiers, Ph.D. and Roberta Michnick Golinkoff, Ph.D.
Sponsored by Brookes Publishing. Language learning is the key that opens almost every door for young children! This is especially try for dual language learners. Knowing how where all children are in their developmental trajectory is important for planning to meet their needs. Screening bilingual language learners is challenging. But, there are strategies you can use to screen for language development that spans the language[…] Full Description
Reclaim Your Joy: Paving Your Positive Path Forward as an Early Childhood Educator, by Erin Ramsey
Sponsored by Exchange Press. Happy, healthy, and joyful early educators make for happy, healthy, and joyful programs. In this refreshing and inspiring webinar, early care and education leader, author and inspirational speaker, Erin Ramsey will inspire you to pave a positive path forward with ways to claim your power, remove your roadblocks and find your joy. Erin will share tools, stories, photos, and poetry that[…] Full Description
Loving the Skin You Are In: Facts on Race & Disability in Early Childhood Programs, by Iheoma U. Iruka, Ph.D. and Sheresa Boone Blanchard, Ph.D.
Produced in partnership with Equity Research Action Coalition at UNC Frank Porter Graham Child Development Institute. Our country is still reeling from the twin pandemics – coronavirus and racial reckoning. Furthermore, these dual pandemics have significantly impacted children with disabilities, especially Black and Brown children. In this paradigm-shifting webinar Dr. Iheoma Iruka will help you examine the historical and contemporary impact of racism on early[…] Full Description
