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Length: 12 hour/s (2 days)
Course
Cost: $375.00 members
$425.00 non-members
Course
Number: DIS146
Course
Description: This course focuses
on the concept of letting the child make choices and decisions for
him/herself. It emphasizes the importance of team work on the part of
parents and staff in the growth and development of each child.
Participants will learn the concepts that early childhood curriculum relates
to the child's whole interaction with the world, and that children learn
through active involvement. Emphasis will place on the fact that the
curriculum must cover all areas of development including intellectual,
emotional, physical and social development.
Prerequisite: None
Learning Objectives: Upon completion, you will be able to:
· Use ongoing observation, planning communication and evaluation skills to
carry out the four steps in the Individualizing Cycle
· Use a combination of formal and informal strategies and tools to identify
the unique characteristics of individual children in collaboration with
families, Head Start staff and consultants
· Share screening results with families and Head Start staff, with the
family’s permission and refer a child for an evaluation when indicated
· Set goals for individual children in collaboration with families and Head
Start staff, based on screening results
Target Audience: This course is designed for staff working with children in Head Start.
Disabilities, Teachers, Teacher’s Assistants and Education staff
will benefit from this course.
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