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The target audience for this course is early childhood professionals. This course will provide ways to differentiate instruction to meet the needs of every child in their classroom. Participants will use the PA early learning standards as a guideline to support their differentiation ideas. Participants will practice making intentional decisions to support every child in the classroom environment. After completion of this course, the learners will be able to:
 * Dr. Laura McLaughlin Taddei **
 * PQAS# - CI-0036000 **
 * Contact information: drlaurataddei@gmail.com **
 * Please find below the list of my approved courses on the PD registry: **
 * Meeting the Needs of All Learners: **

This course aligns with the following standards:
 * Discuss ways to differentiate and meet the needs of every child within the classroom environment
 * Use the PA early learning standards to develop differentiated activities
 * Analyze ways that children are learning within their classroom environment and suggest ways to modify the environment to meet the child's individual needs.

 K2.2.C1 - Describe ways in which a match between the environment and a child’s needs (biology, age, temperament, physical needs) promote positive learning outcomes. K2.2 C2 - Implement appropriate strategies to meet individual learning outcomes based on a child’s needs (biology, age, temperament, physical needs), which promote positive learning outcomes. K2.2.C3 - Analyze the extent to which individual learning outcomes are achieved with intentional program decisions that align a child’s needs with the classroom environment. NAEYC: Standard 4. Using Developmentally Effective Approaches to Connect with Children and Families NBPTS: Standard VI. Managing the Environment for Development and Learning <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 1.5;">Charlotte Danieleson's Framework. 1c. Setting Instructional Outcomes <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 1.5;">CKC - K2 - Curriculum and Learning Experiences

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">During this course, we will discuss what culturally responsive teaching looks like, how we can become more culturally responsive, and share strategies for working with diverse learners and families in our classrooms. <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">The course objectives for this course are as follows: <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">The target audience for this course is early childhood professionals working with a mixed age group from infants to school age.
 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">Are You Culturally Responsive: **
 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">Create increased awareness of cultural responsiveness
 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">Explore and discuss ways to be culturally responsive including strategies that learners can use in their own classrooms
 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">Discuss the literature on culturally responsive pedagogy

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">The course competencies align with the following:

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;"> K3.1.C1 - Define how the family’s relationship context of home, community, and culture, is the primary influence on children’s development. <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 1.5;">K3.1.C2 - Apply an understanding of the cultural context of families and children when creating the environment and planning children’s experiences, to guide intentional interactions with families. <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 1.5;">NAEYC: Standard 4. Using Developmentally Effective Approaches to Connect with Children and Families <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 1.5;">NBPTS: Standard III. Fostering Equity, Fairness, and Appreciation of Diversity <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 1.5;">Charlotte Danielson's Framework: 2a. Creating an environment of respect and rapport

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">During this course, participants will discuss the importance of assessment and how assessment can help us to develop developmentally appropriate learning environments for young children. Participants will be provided with opportunities to discuss ways to modify the environment to provide ideal learning opportunities for all learners in their classroom. <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">After completion of this course, learners will be able to: <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">The target audience of this course are early childhood professionals working with a mixed age group.
 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">Linking Assessment and Curriculum **
 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">Participants will discuss ways to arrange and modify the environment for each individual child
 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">Participants will discuss ways to gather authentic information about ways children develop, learn and progress
 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">Participants will practice strategies to link curriculum and assessment

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;"> The core competencies related to this course are:

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;"> K4.8.C1 - Explain the critical importance of authentic assessment in guiding decisions around young children’s development, and learning. <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">K4.8.C2 - Arrange and modify the environment, materials and activities to provide opportunities for gathering authentic information about the ways in which children develop, learn and progress. <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">NAEYC: Standard 3. Observing, Documenting, and Assessing to Support Young Children and Families C<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">harlotte Danielson's Framework: 3d. Using Assessment in Instruction <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">NBPTS Standard 5: Assessing Children’s Development and Learning

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">During this course module, learners will explore the importance of process over product when it comes to creative arts. In addition, participants will discuss the importance of fostering creativity in young children as well as discussing strategies for promoting creativity. <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">After completion of this course module, learners will be able to: <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">This course module connects with the following CKC competencies: <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">K1.8.C1 - Describe how play fosters opportunities for children to learn and develop communication, problem solving, and creativity skills. <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">K1.8.C2 - Provide play environments, experiences and activities that foster communication, problem solving, and creativity.
 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">Fostering Creativity in Young Children **
 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">Develop professionally and use effective discussion skills that enhance the participation and learning of all members of the class.
 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">Demonstrate an understanding to various approaches to creative expression as well as an understanding of their own approach and philosophy regarding creative expression.

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">During this course, participants will explore the importance of integrating science and art in the early childhood classroom. Participants will be provided with hands-on activities and ideas on how to integrate science and art. <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">After completion of this course, the learners will be able to: <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">This course aligns with the following standards: <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">Standard 5. Using Content Knowledge to Build Meaningful Curriculum <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">Standard VI. Managing the Environment for Development and Learning
 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">Integrating Science and Art into the Early Childhood Classroom **
 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">Participants apply and identify the //National Science Education Standards, PA Early Learning Standards//.
 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">Participants apply knowledge of the nature of scientific knowledge and explore ways to integrate art within this content area
 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">K2.5 C2 - Employ the elements of the Standards Aligned System (SAS) to support student success
 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">K2.9 C2 - Use a well-developed curriculum to effectively implement clear and developmentally, culturally and individually appropriate learning outcomes, explain expectations and roles for instructional staff, and execute developmentally appropriate strategies and materials linked to the PA Learning Standards.

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">During this course, participants will explore infant and toddler development and how to align the Zero to Three Critical Competencies to ensure a high quality infant and toddler classroom. Topics covered will include scaffolding to meet the diverse needs of young learners, and the importance of relationship building and understanding of child development. <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">After completing this course module, learners will be able to: <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">This course module aligns with the following competencies: <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 1.5;">Domain #1 – Early Childhood Development: <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">K1.2 C1 - Identify important concepts and principles of child development theory and the theorists associated with the theories. <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">K1.4.C2 - Apply knowledge of brain development to facilitate children’s learning, socio-emotional development, and self-regulation. <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">A1.1 and A1.2 – Value and support each child as an individual in an inclusive setting <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">A1.3 – Respect the role of culture on teaching practices <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">NAEYC: Standard 4. Using Developmentally Effective Approaches to Connect with Children and Families
 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">Aligning Infant and Toddler Classroom Interactions with Zero to Three Critical Competencies **
 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">Align curricular goals and objectives that correspond with Early Childhood Education as per the Zero to Three Critical Competencies
 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">Identify and discuss the infant and toddler developmental continuum, as well how each child has individual and child-specific interests, and how responsive early childhood professionals can scaffold learning to meet these individual and diverse needs of infants and toddlers.
 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">Affirm the importance of caring routines (feeding, diapering, etc.) as critical one-on-one opportunities for relationship building and learning.

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">During this course, participants will explore the ITERS and ways to continue to support socioemotional development in infants and toddlers and why this is critical to their growth and development. Participants will discuss and describe the primary caregiver system, explore ways to create a warm, inclusive infant and toddler classroom, and use the PA early learning system to create supportive socioemotional environments for infants and toddlers <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">After completing this course module, learners will be able to: <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">*Family partnerships <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">*Staff communication <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">*Individualized routines <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">*Consistent and responsive interactions <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">Domain #2 – Family Centered Practice <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">K2.1 – Explain the developmental importance of consistent and responsive relationships with young children <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">A2.2 – Consider one’s own biases and beliefs and how this may influence teaching approaches and practices <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">Domain #3 – Relationship Based Practice <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">K3.1 – Understand that relationships serve as the basis for child development <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">K3.3 – Successfully engage families <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">NAEYC: Standard 4. Using Developmentally Effective Approaches to Connect with Children and Families
 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">Quality Infant and Toddler Environments – Supporting Socioemotional Development **
 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">Describe the value and importance of the teacher as role model for pro-social behavior, communication and problem solving.
 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">Design a primary caregiver system to include:

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">This course is a comprehensive overview of the elements of language acquisition and their impact on content learning in order to meet the needs of English Language Learners (ELLs) in today’s diverse classrooms. Pre-service teachers will learn how to plan and deliver lessons that allow English Language Learners to acquire academic knowledge as they develop proficiency in the English language. Students will be taught a variety of teaching strategies and activities that can be utilized with all students, including ELLs. <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">In accordance with PA regulations, the course will integrate Pennsylvania Department of Education Standards Align System (PDESAS) with the five core English Language Proficiency Standards (ELPS). The English Language Proficiency Standards include: <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">English Language Proficiency Standard 1 (ELPS1): <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">English Language Proficiency Standard 3 (ELPS3): <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">English Language Proficiency Standard 4 (ELPS4): <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">English Language Proficiency Standard 5 (ELPS5): <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">English Language Proficiency Standard 2 (ELPS2): <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">Through active involvement and participation in this course, students will: <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">The target audience for this course will be early childhood professionals working with children ages birth to school age.
 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">Teaching the English Language Learners – this is a 3 credit college course with 15 modules connected to it: **
 * //<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;"> English language learners communicate information, ideas, and concepts //**
 * //<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;"> necessary for academic success in the content area of MATHEMATICS. //**
 * //<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;"> English language learners communicate information, ideas, and concepts //**
 * //<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;"> necessary for academic success in the content area of SCIENCE. //**
 * //<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;"> English language learners communicate in English for SOCIAL AND //**
 * //<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;"> INSTRUCTIONAL purposes within the school setting. //**
 * //<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">English language learners communicate information, ideas, and concepts //**
 * //<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">necessary for academic success in the content area of LANGUAGE ARTS. //**
 * //<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">English language learners communicate information, ideas, and concepts //**
 * //<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">necessary for academic success in the content area of SOCIAL STUDIES //**
 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">Discuss, implement, and integrate the English Language Proficiency Standards in their lesson plans and in accordance with PDESAS standards
 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">Discuss the stages of second language acquisition
 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">Demonstrate styles of communication, both public and private and the implications for classroom instruction
 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">Describe the impact that culture has on content learning and language acquisition
 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">Gain strategies and resources for creating an interactive learning environment and allow for differentiation of instruction
 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">Acquire the ability to use background knowledge to develop vocabulary, content, and school language
 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">Have the ability to identify difficult text passages and to make modifications that will allow English Language Learners to have equal access to the curriculum
 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">Be able to implement classroom management techniques for diverse learners

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;"> The course will align with the following competencies: <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">K3.1.C1 - Define how the family’s relationship context of home, community, and culture, is the primary influence on children’s development. <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">K3.2.C1 - Describe differences and complexities in family structure and lifestyles within cultures that influence child development and learning, including beliefs, traditions, child rearing practices, parent-child interaction styles, and discipline. <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">K3.3.C1 - Discuss how personal biases and societal stereotypes impact cultural, racial, linguistic and socio-economic experiences and shape one’s own beliefs, values and behaviors. <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">K3.4.C1 - Identify the supports and community resources that families need in raising children, including children with a wide range of abilities. <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">K3.5.C1 - Describe concerns, stressors, and/or crises related to families. <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">K3.6.C1 - Identify intentional practices designed to acknowledge and value the strengths of families and to create positive, reciprocal relationships with diverse families. <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">NAEYC: Standard 2. Building Family and Community Relationships <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;"> Standard 4. Using Developmentally Effective Approaches to Connect with Children and Families <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">NBPTS: Standard III. Fostering Equity, Fairness, and Appreciation of Diversity <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;"> Standard VI. Managing the Environment for Development and Learning <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; font-size: 12pt;">Charlotte Danielson's Framework: 2a. Creating an environment of respect and rapport