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This tutorial was developed to provide a deeper understanding of the types of trauma and its impact on young children and their families, as well as the role of the consultant. The tutorial includes pre- and post-tests, activities, and links to other resources.About
This synthesis provides information on using evidence‐based practices in screening and assessing the social‐ emotional competence of infants, toddlers, and young children. It begins with a discussion of what is meant by social‐emotional competence, describes general issues and challenges around screening and assessment, discusses the roles of families, culture, and language in screening and assessing social‐emotional competence, and ends with a list of resources and some examples of social and emotional screening and assessment tools.About
This is a set of resources to help North Carolina EC professionals to support each and every child and familyAbout
The Results Matter Video Library contains video clips about early intervention, the use of observation, documentation, and assessment to inform practice, effective applications of technology and more.Publication Date
2013About
Building skills that promote greater attention, focus, and calm can offer children the benefit of a peaceful, responsive presence in their early childhood setting. This article shares evidence-based strategies for doing that.Publication Date
2018About
This document explains the terms and concepts related to systematic screening for challenging behavior, as well as implementing screening programs. It also explains how to select appropriate tools for social-emotional screening. A list of brief descriptions of screening and assessment instruments is provided at the end.Publication Date
2009About
Explicit emphasis related to supporting the full and equitable potential of children who are diverse in terms of culture, race, language, ability, opportunity, and life circumstances is now called for by national publications, standards, competencies, and position statements. The challenge for early childhood instructors is how to authentically and intentionally infuse new evidence and practices in courses and field experiences. This session will highlight effective strategies for taking action to address culture, race, and equity as part of activities, experiences, and assignments.
Presenters: Cathy Collie-Robinson and Marye Vance (Durham Technical Community College, North Carolina) and the SCRIPT-NC teamPublication Date
April 2021About
Many programs have shifted to hybrid or online teaching models for the foreseeable future. This presents unique opportunities and challenges related to fostering relationships and building community and preparing students for virtual teaching and interactions. This session will open with tools and strategies for cultivating instructor-student and student-student relationships. Significant time will be spent on strategies and opportunities to provide college students with supported practice that will enable them to build meaningful connections with both young children and families. A highlight will be the participation of Marie Kohart, a talented early childhood educator who will share examples of ways in which she builds, sustains, and individualizes relationships in a virtual classroom. Strategies suitable for both synchronous and asynchronous environments will be shared.Presenters: Danielle Savory Seggerson (Lansing Community College, Michigan) and Marie Kohart (University of Kansas, Kansas)Publication Date
March, 2021About
The consistent emphasis on diversity, individuality, and context, attention to joyful, play-based learning and development, and connections to related frameworks (Professional Standards and Competencies for ECE, equity position statement) are a few of the qualities that make the fourth edition of Developmentally Appropriate Practices (DAP) significant. This session will provide an overview of the useful features of the 4th edition as well as an introduction to a suite of companion materials designed specifically for higher education faculty and instructors. Sign up for an insider’s guide to new options, resources, and opportunities for using a DAP lens to address diversity, equity, and inclusion.
April 19, 1-2 pm EST
Presenters: Camille Catlett (SCRIPT-NC) & Flo Thompson (Wake Tech Community College)Publication Date
April 2022About
National guidance from multiple sources, including Transforming the Workforce and professional organizations, is consistent in the emphasis on the importance of early childhood educators being well prepared to recognize and address the impact of trauma in themselves, young children, and families. Adverse Childhood Experiences or ACEs is one of the most widely used terms when discussing the traumatic events that occur in childhood (0-17 years) such as experiencing violence, abuse, or neglect. This webinar will unpack what’s important to know about ACEs and share examples of how to integrate opportunities for students to learn and practice this content across different course offerings and field experiences. Registration is now closed for the follow up webinar on February 17, 2022.
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Updated February 2022About
When you talk, read, and sing with a child in sensitive, loving, and responsive ways, you build their brain and help them develop the social-emotional skills they need to succeed in school and life. Check out these videos with tips for understanding and managing a child’s behavior, and taking care of yourself during challenging moments, too!About
Research findings presented in this article document the prevalence of maternal and paternal spanking of children at 3 and 5 years of age. Furthermore, the authors describe the associations between spanking and children’s externalizing behavior and receptive vocabulary through age 9.Publication Date
2013About
The vision of community that the early childhood classroom provides can color children's expectations about equity, cooperation and citizenship for a lifetime. This free training kit profiles seven classrooms in which teachers are helping children practice fairness, respect, and tolerance. The kit includes a 58-minute DVD and a Teacher's Guide with a 114-page set of additional information about each classroom as well as resources, activities, and reflections.About
This resource highlights ways in which infants and toddlers may show caregivers that they are experiencing stress. The publication also offers effective strategies to reduce children’s stress levels.About
This article summarizes the findings from a study that surveyed and observed student teachers on their beliefs and strategies in managing children’s emotions. The researcher concluded from the findings that student teachers need to be more equipped in responding to children’s emotional outbursts.Publication Date
2012About
Here’s a calming activity to do anywhere.Publication Date
2017About
This webpage contains a video clip explaining the impact of stress and adversity on the development of the brain and body’s stress response system. This video is also available in Spanish. A PDF version of the brief is included.Publication Date
2013About
Read an article or watch a video in English or Spanish about a mindfulness curriculum for preschoolers to help them pay closer attention to their emotions. Researchers found that children who experienced the curriculum had a better attention span, better grades, and showed a higher level of social competence.About
This website offers resources about identifying different types of child trauma, signs of exposure, and the effects of trauma on children. Resources are available for specific audiences including professionals, family and caregivers, school personnel, and policymakers. The site includes resources for addressing traumatic grief (i.e., the sudden death or loss of a loved one). NCTSN recently produced a resource guide for school administrators and staff (A Trauma-Informed Resource for Strengthening Family-School Partnerships). Some resources are available in Spanish.About
A great starting point for learning about social emotional competence is the Pyramid Model. This website provides an overview of Pyramid Model organization, tiers, and research, as well as connections to additional resources. Additional resources on key components of teaching social and emotional skills – friendship skills, emotional literacy, self-regulation and anger management, and problem solving – are readily available by using the search feature at the National Center for Pyramid Model Innovations website.