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SUMMARY:DAP Trivia Time Understanding Best Practices in Child Care
DESCRIPTION:DAP Trivia Time! Understanding Best Practices in Child Care\n\n\nAre you DAP? What is DAP? This hands-on\, full-participation workshop is designed to get you involved in understanding Developmentally Appropriate Practices. What exactly is DAP? How does it affect my early learning environment\, professional practices\, and children’s learning? Come find out the answers to these questions and much more as we discuss the cornerstones of developmentally appropriate practices and learn how to implement these strategies in your play space. Become more developmentally informed and responsive in your professional practices as an early childhood educator. Instead of just a discussion though\, let’s follow the child’s lead and play! Get ready as we transform this workshop into a game show extravaganza that makes learning fun. Let’s Play! \n\nObjectives: \n\nGain an understanding of developmentally appropriate practices (DAP) in early learning environments\nIdentify effective strategies & activities for implementing DAP\nReflect on strengths and goals for individual and team-teaching practices\n\nThings to Keep in Mind: \n\nRegistration closes 24 hours in advance!\nPD funding available to eligible participants.\nCertificate of participation will be available to registered participants.\nAll registered participants will have 30 days access to the webinar recording.\nThis workshop will be held online through the Zoom platform.\nYou will need access to a smartphone\, laptop\, tablet or computer with audio capabilities to join us.\nA link will be emailed to you 24 hours prior to the workshop. Please click the link 10 minutes before the workshop begins to join in.\nE-transfers to be sent to tina@inspiredmindsecc.ca\n\nZoom link is included in your ticket email. Reminder emails will be sent out 24-48 hours prior to event.
URL:https://inspiredmindsecc.ca/workshop-events/dap-trivia-time-understanding-best-practices-in-child-care/
LOCATION:Online!\, Alberta\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Online Community Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Inspired Minds ECC":MAILTO:tina@inspiredmindsecc.ca
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SUMMARY:No Waiting! Get Them Shaking: Exploring and Extending Engaging Transitions
DESCRIPTION:No Waiting! Get Them Shaking: Exploring and Extending Engaging Transitions\n\n\nI can see it like it was just yesterday…the children are climbing over each other as we help them put on their snow pants\, jackets and boots to get them ready to go outside. It’s a nightmare come true! Wait! This was yesterday! The reality sets in….transitions are HARD! There’s no doubt about it. Whether it’s the infamous ‘clean up’ time\, going outside or coming back in\, moving from lunch to nap time or helping those new children adjust to group care…it’s a stressful time for many of us. It doesn’t need to be. When we take the time to stop\, be present and be intentional\, we can minimize the stress of transitions not only for us but also for the children in our care. Children are not designed to sit and wait\, so we cannot expect them to do so! What can we do to keep children engaged during transitions? To help this be a time of connections instead of directions. To help them navigate their own transitions successfully and with confidence. Let’s get them moving! Let’s get them engaged! Let’s connect. Join me as we fill your transitional toolkit with strategies and activities that are sure to capture the attention and imagination of those little ones who struggle with transitions. We will look at our daily routine schedules to reflect on how they impact our transitional times. And of course\, we will sing\, play and dance with some NEW transitional ideas that you can add immediately to your practice. Let’s do this! \nObjectives:\n\nEstablish an understanding of why effective transitions are important to child development.\nIdentify strategies that support the 3 phases of effective transitions – before\, during and after.\nDevelop a daily visual routine for children to help them with transitions.\nLearn new transition songs\, games and tools to use during transitions.\n\nThings to Keep in Mind: \n\nRegistration closes 24 hours in advance!\nPD funding available to eligible participants.\nCertificate of participation will be available to registered participants.\nAll registered participants will have 30 days access to the webinar recording.\nThis workshop will be held online through the Zoom platform.\nYou will need access to a smartphone\, laptop\, tablet or computer with audio capabilities to join us.\nA link will be emailed to you 24 hours prior to the workshop. Please click the link 10 minutes before the workshop begins to join in.\nE-transfers to be sent to tina@inspiredmindsecc.ca\n\nZoom link is included in your ticket email. Reminder emails will be sent out 24-48 hours prior to event.
URL:https://inspiredmindsecc.ca/workshop-events/transitions/
LOCATION:Online!\, Alberta\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Online Community Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20251014T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20251014T203000
DTSTAMP:20260613T042912
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SUMMARY:Adventures of Play! Exploring Risky Play
DESCRIPTION:Adventures of Play! Exploring Risky Play\nTaking risk is a necessary part of play. It’s part of how children assess what they can do\, what challenges them and what to leave until a later date to try. However\, many of us face obstacles\, barriers and reluctance to accept this into children’s play. Join me as we discuss what risky play is\, how it promotes development and how to overcome those barriers and obstacles. Let’s take a look at all the different levels of risk children engage in during their play and how we can help provide an environment that allows children to explore naturally – with risk! \nObjectives:\n\nDefining Risky Play / Adventurous Play\nDevelopmentally Appropriate Practices with Risky Play\nFacilitating Risky Play\n\nThings to Keep in Mind: \n\nRegistration closes 24 hours in advance!\nPD funding available to eligible participants.\nCertificate of participation will be available to registered participants.\nAll registered participants will have 30 days access to the webinar recording.\nThis workshop will be held online through the Zoom platform.\nYou will need access to a smartphone\, laptop\, tablet or computer with audio capabilities to join us.\nA link will be emailed to you 24 hours prior to the workshop. Please click the link 10 minutes before the workshop begins to join in.\nE-transfers to be sent to tina@inspiredmindsecc.ca\n\nZoom link is included in your ticket email. Reminder emails will be sent out 24-48 hours prior to event.
URL:https://inspiredmindsecc.ca/workshop-events/adventures-of-play-exploring-risky-play-4/
LOCATION:Online!\, Alberta\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Online Community Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20251021T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20251021T203000
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SUMMARY:Caring Connections: Interactions that Matter
DESCRIPTION:Caring Connections: Interactions that Matter\nThe comfort of an encouraging smile. The caring reassurance after a fight with a friend. The excitement of co-celebration as they discovery a new skill. How we interact with children has a huge impact on children’s growth and development\, not only their social emotional development\, but also in their abilities to problem solve\, resolve conflict\, and take risk because they feel safe! Children rely on positive\, supportive and encouraging adults in their live to show them they are respected\, safe and loved. This type of interaction doesn’t happen just by supervising\, asking questions or giving direction. It comes from a deep connection between the adult and the child. A connection that takes time to build and takes intentional interactions. Let’s learn some strategies of how to build this connection with ALL children – from the ones we struggle with to the ones who love us the moment they come through our doors.  Understanding what each child needs to feel a connection will help us establish that bond with each child and continue to see that relationship blossom. Connection is key! \nObjectives\n\nDefining Caring Connections\nIdentify the Importance of Connecting with Children\nKey Benefits of Establishing Connections with Children\nIdentify Strategies of how to Build Caring Connection\n\nThings to Keep in Mind: \n\nRegistration closes 24 hours in advance!\nPD funding available to eligible participants.\nCertificate of participation will be available to registered participants.\nAll registered participants will have 30 days access to the webinar recording.\nThis workshop will be held online through the Zoom platform.\nYou will need access to a smartphone\, laptop\, tablet or computer with audio capabilities to join us.\nA link will be emailed to you 24 hours prior to the workshop. Please click the link 10 minutes before the workshop begins to join in.\nE-transfers to be sent to tina@inspiredmindsecc.ca\n\nZoom link is included in your ticket email. Reminder emails will be sent out 24-48 hours prior to event.
URL:https://inspiredmindsecc.ca/workshop-events/caring-connections-interactions-that-matter-4/
LOCATION:Online!\, Alberta\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Online Community Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20251022T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20251022T203000
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SUMMARY:Beautiful Oopsies! Exploring the Creativity of Open-Ended Art Experiences
DESCRIPTION:Beautiful Oopsies! Exploring the Creativity of Open-Ended Art Experiences\nCreativity is intelligence having fun! Albert Einstein had it right with his quote on creativity. Children are natural artists\, as all their masterpieces are a visual representation of how they see the world around them. Let us foster this self-expression through open-ended creative art experiences! For children\, the focus on art is the process of creativity\, not the end result. This is what our focus of this session is all about…the process of Play with art (not crafts). Let’s dive into the creative world of what art is for children and how we can be more responsive to their creative needs and expressions. Say goodbye to those handprint crafts and cut-out projects that take us hours to prepare. Open-ended art is about getting messy! It’s about exploring with all our senses and having a creative outlet for thoughts\, ideas and emotions. As early childhood educators\, it’s our role to provide materials and a space for creativity and inspiration\, so the children can be mighty artists! So\, let’s explore how we can do this and ensure that children have the opportunity to enjoy the creative journey and show us their colourful world! \nObjectives:\n\nDefine creativity & art\nDifferences between crafts and open-ended art\nCreate a responsive curriculum and environment that nurtures children’s creative interests\nSpark your creativity for open-ended art experiences\n\nThings to Keep in Mind: \n\nRegistration closes 24 hours in advance!\nPD funding available to eligible participants.\nCertificate of participation will be available to registered participants.\nAll registered participants will have 30 days access to the webinar recording.\nThis workshop will be held online through the Zoom platform.\nYou will need access to a smartphone\, laptop\, tablet or computer with audio capabilities to join us.\nA link will be emailed to you 24 hours prior to the workshop. Please click the link 10 minutes before the workshop begins to join in.\nE-transfers to be sent to tina@inspiredmindsecc.ca\n\nZoom link is included in your ticket email. Reminder emails will be sent out 24-48 hours prior to event.
URL:https://inspiredmindsecc.ca/workshop-events/beautiful-oopsies-exploring-the-creativity-of-open-ended-art-experiences-4/
LOCATION:Online!\, Alberta\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Online Community Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Inspired Minds ECC":MAILTO:tina@inspiredmindsecc.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20251027T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20251027T193000
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SUMMARY:NEW! Stronger Together: Building Collaborative Professional Relationships in Education
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our NEW online workshops through the Inspired Minds ECC Community Collaboration Project! This initiative is designed to strengthen community and build capacity for Early Childhood Educators by offering FREE professional learning opportunities. Through Inspired Minds ECC\, we bring together passionate educators\, organizations\, subject matter experts\, and play advocates to share their stories\, knowledge\, research\, and strategies—all to inspire and support growth in our professional practice. \nOctober Collaboration\nStronger Together: Building Collaborative Professional Relationships in Education \nwith Cathy Belgrave \nJoin us for an inspiring experience where educators gain practical tools and a collaborative mindset to build authentic\, dynamic professional relationships. This energizing workshop will empower participants to foster creativity\, enhance collaboration\, and nurture a supportive educational community where both educators and students thrive. \nGuest Speaker: Cathy Belgrave \nCathy Belgrave is an Early Childhood and Elementary Educator with over 25 years of experience. As the host of The Intentional ECE podcast and founder of The Intentional Educator she’s passionate about helping educators feel confident and inspired in their practice. With a background in developmental psychology\, a B.Ed.\, and Wunderled ECE certification\, Cathy supports educators in aligning their values with their teaching practices through thoughtful reflection and practical\, actionable strategies. She’s dedicated to helping educators create authentic\, joyful learning environments where children develop a positive learner identity and thrive. \nWebsite: theintentionaleducator.ca\nIG: theintentionaleducator_yvr\n\nLimited Spots Available!\n\nThings to Keep in Mind: \n\nRegistration closes 24 hours in advance!\nPD funding is NOT available due to being a FREE session.\nCertificate of participation will be available to participants who attend the LIVE session.\nThis workshop will be held online through the Zoom platform.\n\nZoom link is included in your ticket email. Reminder emails will be sent out 24-48 hours prior to event.
URL:https://inspiredmindsecc.ca/workshop-events/new-stronger-together-building-collaborative-professional-relationships-in-education/
LOCATION:Online!\, Alberta\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Online Community Webinar
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