1. FOUNDATION UNIT Teaching Research Assistance to Childcare Providers

2. Training Schedule

3. Unit Outcome Early childhood educators will provide developmentally appropriate school readiness for all children.

4. Foundation Unit Objectives  Demonstrate knowledge of DAP  Have knowledge of inclusion of children with disabilities  Have an understanding of principles of child development  Design learning environments  Use techniques to facilitate small group

5. Foundation Unit Objectives  Implement strategies to teach social skills  Understand how to develop and implement BIGs  Use the manager role  Have information on interpersonal communication techniques

6. TRAC 2004 Units

7. Learning Techniques  Philosophy/Theory  Strategies  Application  Feedback  Follow-up