This class is part of a cohort and participants must pay for all 4 classes ($60) to attend. ORO hours awarded only to participants who attend all 4 classes. \; The classes are:
1. 11/12/24 6-9pm Terminology: Neurodiversity\, Neurodivergence\, Neurotypical
This class will explore the proper use of the terminology of neurodiversity and neurodivergence and how it affects the teaching of students with neurological differences and disabilities. Explore your own biases and learning models. Explore changes you can make to your mindset and teaching style.
2. 11/13/24 6-9pm STEM Learning in the Neurodivergent Young Child
Participants will look at how they can use their knowledge of child development and STEM learning with neurodivergent learners in their programs. You examine methods to adapt your program to meet the needs of neurodivergent learners implementing STEM best practice techniques.
3. 11/19 &\; 11/20 6pm-9pm Ensuring All Children Succeed Differentiating Instruction
A hot topic in education but what does &ldquo\;differentiated learning&rdquo\; mean in the early childhood environment? Come to this class to examine how to apply differentiated learning and create an environment where every child can become the best learner that they can be.
Set 2 LEC 1.5 hr SN 4.5 hr
Set 3 LEC 6 hrs
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