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Meeting the Challenge of Challenging  Behavior
     This workshop introduces the concept of identifying the “functions of behaviors” and ways to use that information to prevent and handle behaviors.  Methods include visual cues, choices, cool-down, and planned transitions.  Ways to conference with families will be covered. 

Thematic  Planning
     This workshop explains why the use of  themes is beneficial and can actually prevent unwanted behaviors.  Planning strategies are outlined in detail.  Topics  include selection of age-appropriate activities, embedding skills, avoiding  wait-time, and cross curricular activities.

Circle  Time  Survival
     This workshop prepares teachers to  plan and lead a fun and interactive circle
time.  Methods covered include  selecting age-appropriate activities, preparation, props use, and timing.  Embedding of motor and language skills as well as cross-curricular themes will be included. 

Central Ideas for Centers
     
This workshop will cover the following aspects of the use of centers: room arrangement/traffic flow, stocking centers, labeling, providing choices, transitions, clean-up time, and rules.  Creating "centers" for infants will also be addressed.  
             
Data  Collection
    
This workshop teaches a user-friendly  method for daily data collection. Participants will learn ways to analyze  data, use that information to create plans that embed skills, and individualize instruction. 



 


        Other workshops can be created upon request.
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