Everyday Interactions Matter

+ Everyday Interactions Matter: Deep and Simple Relating in Early Learning Programs (Full EIM Experience)

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The primary ingredient of quality in early learning settings begins with the everyday interactions that we share with one another. These simple and ordinary moments that take place during daily routines form the very foundation of learning and connection for young children and adults alike. Within this series, early learning professionals will engage with the Everyday Interactions Matter approach through a process of careful observation, discussion, and self-reflection. This professional development initiative is designed to support early learning professionals, including owners, directors, and educators, in examining the everyday moments that make up their days. This series includes coaching to learning how to notice the deep and simple interactions through out the day. Through this strengths-based process, professionals can recognize powerful moments of connection, sharing, growing, and belonging in everyday interactions with others. (15 hours PQAS)

+ Everyday Interactions Matter: Deep and Simple in Early Learning Programs for Administrators

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Quality in early learning begins with everyday interactions. These simple, routine moments build the foundation for connection, learning, and growth for both children and adults. This series introduces early learning administrators to the Everyday Interactions Matter (EIM) approach through observation, discussion, and self-reflection. EIM teaches professionals to recognize meaningful daily interactions and share practices with peers. By focusing on strengths, they can deepen connections and foster a sense of belonging. These everyday moments shape leadership and guide the values that define quality early learning environments. (7 hours PQAS)

+ Everyday Interactions Matter - Part 1: Noticing The Simple and Ordinary

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This introductory course uses examples and discussions to introduce participants to the concept of "Everyday Interactions Matter". Simple and ordinary interactions between educators and children that take place during play, transition, and daily routines are the foundation of both learning and growing. By observing carefully and listening to each other, we can recognize moments of connecting, sharing, growing and belonging in everyday moments in the early childhood education setting. This course can be taken independently, or as the first step in the Everyday Interactions Matter Process. (2 hours PQAS)

+ Everyday Interactions Matter - Part 2{ Learning About Our Own Practice

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In this session, early learning professionals will observe video footage of ordinary moments shared between adults and children. These video clips of authentic, everyday interactions provide a mirror to reflect back educators’ unique strengths in being with children. By sharing with colleagues and listening to the observations of peers, participants can learn, grow, and acknowledge the power of their own practice as educators of young children. This course can be taken after Part 1 for a deeper dive in EIM. (2 hours PQAS)