The Institute for Early Learning (IFEL) offers professional learning opportunities through webinars and in-person courses. Choose course(s) below for descriptions and to register. Call 703-324-3044, TTY 711 for more information.
(4-part series – 1.0 hour each, total 4-hours credit)
American Sign Language (ASL) is a form of communication that enhances young children's communication. We will explore how introducing ASL to young children can benefit all children and reinforce their emerging vocabulary. Over the course, we will learn and practice basic signs and phrases that would be helpful during the day. You must attend all three sessions to receive credit. A new registration link will be sent after the completion of session 1.
Please note: This series meets four times. You must attend all sessions to receive credit. If you participated in this webinar and received training credit, you will not receive credit again.
Child Development Associate (CDA) Areas: 3
VELDS: Communication, Language & Literacy Development
CLASS Support
Domain(s):
Pre-K: Instructional Support, Emotional Support
Dimension(s):
Pre-K: Concept Development, Positive Climate
Instructor: Bronwyn Dean
Mondays, July 1, July 8, July 15 and July 22
7 - 8 p.m.
(Serie de seis partes: 1.5 hora cada sesión, 9 créditos totales) **Clase Virtual**
Una comprensión fundamental de la participación familiar y los seis principios que definen el compromiso familiar. Empezando por la definición examinaremos qué es una familia y el contexto para familias en el entorno educativo en el que trabaja. Como base, todo comienza con las relaciones: nuestra relación con nosotros mismos, los demás y comunidad.
Tenga en cuenta esta es una serie de seis partes. Debe asistir a todas las sesiones para recibir un certificado. El curso se ofrecerá a través de sesiones de Zoom en vivo. Cada sesión de Zoom presentará un tema y una conversación, con recursos adicionales.
Área de Asociada en Desarrollo Infantil (CDA): 3, 4 y 8
VELDS: Desarrollo Social y Emocional
CLASS Support
Domain(s):
Infant: Cuidado Sensible
Toddler: Apoyo Emocional y Conductual y Apoyo Para el Aprendizaje
Pre-K: Organización del Aula y Apoyo Pedagógico
Dimension(s):
Infant: Exploración Facilitada y Apoyo Temprano de Lenguaje
Toddler: Consideración Hacia las Perspectivas de los Niños, Facilitación del Lenguaje y Desarrollo, Calidad de Comentarios, y Ejemplificar el Lenguaje
Pre-K: Formatos de Aprendizaje y Desarrollo de Conceptos
Instructora: Lisseth Palacios
Lunes 1 de julio, 8 de julio, 15 de julio, 22 de julio, 5 de agosto y 12 de agosto
7 - 8:30 p.m.
* El enlace de Zoom se enviará por correo electrónico una semana antes.
(3.0 hours) *In-person training/space is limited*
Howard Gardner’s theory of multiple intelligences is a powerful tool for early childhood educators. Not only does this theory help educators better understand their students, but it also helps them meet the various needs of the children in their classrooms. In this session, we will examine the eight intelligences outlined by Gardner and determine how to identify and encourage multiple intelligences in early childhood. Using ideas from Starting with Stories: Engaging Multiple Intelligences Through Children’s Books by Pam Schiller and Pat Phipps, we will explore how to engage multiple intelligences using children’s books. Finally, we will generate activities to pair with children’s literature based on the eight multiple intelligence styles.
Please note: If you participated in this class and received training credit, you will not receive credit again.
CDA Area: 2, 8
VELDS: Approaches to Play & Learning, Communication, Language & Literacy Development
CLASS Support
Domain(s):
Pre-k: Engaged Support for Learning
Dimension(s):
Pre-k: Facilitation of Learning and Development
Location: Lorton Library, 9520 Richmond Hwy, Lorton, VA 22079
Instructor: Melody Passemante Powell
Saturday, July 6
10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
(You must have your provider ID and PIN number to register for this in-person training)
(6-part series – 2.0 hour each, total 12-hours credit)
Language development in early childhood is crucial as it connects to all other areas of development: literacy, social-emotional, cognitive, math skills, to self-regulation and more. In this 6-part series, educators will engage with and reflect on a tool created by the TMW Center for Early Learning and Public Health called “The 3T’s,” which stands for “Tune in, Talk more & Take turns.” Using the TMW Center’s online resources and modules as a guide, participants will gain an understanding of the 3T’s and how to use this tool effectively in their interactions with children. Participants will also consider how to use the 3T’s throughout the day and enhance all areas of development. Through group and individual reflection, each participant will determine actionable ways to use the 3T’s in their work with young children to increase and enhance language development. Finally, participants will make a plan to share this tool with their families, co-workers, and communities.
CDA Areas: 2, 3
VELDS: Social & Emotional Development, Communication, Language & Literacy Development
CLASS Support
Domain(s):
Infant: Responsive Caregiving
Toddler: Engaged Support for Learning
Pre-K: Instructional Support
Dimension(s):
Infant: Early Language Support
Toddler: Quality of Feedback & Language Modeling
Pre-K: Quality of Feedback & Language Modeling
Instructor: Melody Passemante Powell
Tuesdays & Wednesdays, July 9th, July 17th, July 23rd, July 31st, August 6th and August 14th
6 - 8 p.m.
*Zoom link will be emailed a week prior
(Serie de tres partes: 1.5 hora cada sesión, 4.5 créditos totales) **Clase Virtual**
Este curso brindará oportunidades para que los participantes planifiquen oportunidades de aprendizaje usando literatura y integrando los conceptos en varias áreas de aprendizaje con niños de edades mixtas.
Tenga en cuenta esta es una serie de tres partes. Debe asistir a todas las sesiones para recibir un certificado. El curso se ofrecerá a través de sesiones de Zoom en vivo. Cada sesión de Zoom presentará un tema y una conversación, con recursos adicionales.
Área de CDA: 5, 6 y 7
VELDS: Desarrollo de Comunicación, Lenguaje y Alfabetismo, Desarrollo Cognitivo
CLASS Support
Domain(s):
Infant: Cuidado Sensible
Toddler: Apoyo Emocional y Conductual
Pre-K: Apoyo Pedagógico
Dimension(s):
Infant: Exploración Facilitada
Toddler: Consideración Hacia las Perspectivas de los Niños y Facilitación de Aprendizaje y Desarrollo
Pre-K: Productividad, Formatos de Aprendizaje Instruccional, Desarrollo de Conceptos y Calidad de Comentarios
Instructora: Lisseth Palacios
Jueves 11 de julio, 18 de julio y 25 de julio
7 - 8:30 p.m.
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* El enlace de Zoom se enviará por correo electrónico una semana antes.
(3-part series – 1.0 hour each, total 3-hours credit)
Creativity begins with exploration and can be a source of joy and excitement for children. We will discuss how children can be encouraged to explore their surroundings and experiment with different materials and activities. They should be encouraged to approach learning with enthusiasm and curiosity.
Please note: This series meets three times. You must attend all sessions to receive credit. If you participated in this webinar and received training credit, you will not receive credit again.
CDA Areas: 2
VELDS: Health and Physical Development
CLASS Support
Domain(s):
Pre-K: Instructional Support, Emotional Support
Dimension(s):
Pre-K: Concept Development, Positive Climate
Instructor: Bronwyn Dean
Wednesdays, July 17, July 24 and July 31
7 - 8 p.m.
(2-part series – 1.5 hours each, total 3-hours credit)
An anti-bias approach toward cultural diversity provides children with opportunities, language, and encouragement to share their cultural identities in an environment that fosters interest and curiosity. This approach also helps them learn how to appreciate and interact with cultural differences while equipping them with the necessary skills to address biases about their and their family cultures. Preschool teachers will increase their understanding of diversity and equip them with practical tools to create a more inclusive and supportive learning environment for all children.
Please note: This series meets two times. You must attend all sessions to receive credit. If you participated in this webinar and received training credit, you will not receive credit again.
CDA Areas: 3
VELDS: Social and Emotional Development
CLASS Support
Domain(s):
Pre-K: Instructional Support, Emotional Support
Dimension(s):
Pre-K: Concept Development, Positive Climate
Instructor: Bronwyn Dean
Mondays, August 5th and August 12th
7:00 - 8:30 p.m.
(2-part series – 1 hour each, total 2-hours credit)
Creativity begins with exploration and can be a source of joy and excitement for children. We will discuss how children can be encouraged to explore their surroundings and experiment with different materials and activities. They should be encouraged to approach learning with enthusiasm and curiosity. Please note: This series meets two times. You must attend all sessions to receive credit. If you participated in this webinar and received training credit, you will not receive credit again.
CDA Areas: 1
VELDS: Social and Emotional Development
CLASS Support
Domain(s):
Pre-K: Instructional Support, Emotional Support
Dimension(s):
Pre-K: Concept Development, Positive Climate
Instructor: Bronwyn Dean
Wednesdays, August 14th and August 28th
7:00 - 8:00 p.m.
(2.0 hours) *In-person training/space is limited*
This session will explore ways to ensure inclusivity in our programs, with a focus on gender diversity. We will begin by applying the anti-biased education to both gender identity. As a group, will reflect on our current understanding of gender identity and discuss how we can broaden our perspective to becoming more inclusive.
Finally, we will review meaningful strategies, both big and small, that we can implement to create a sense of belonging for all the children and families we serve.
CDA Area: 3, 4
VELDS: Social & Emotional Development
CLASS Support
Domain(s):
Infant: Responsive Caregiving
Toddler: Emotional & Behavioral Support
PreK: Emotional Support
Dimension(s):
Infant: Relational Climate & Teacher Sensitivity
Toddler: Teacher Sensitivity & Regard for Child Perspectives
PreK: Teacher Sensitivity & Regard for Child Perspectives
Location: Lorton Library, 9520 Richmond Hwy, Lorton, VA 22079
Instructor: Melody Passemante Powell
Wednesday, August 28th
6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
(You must have your provider ID and PIN number to register for this in-person training)