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Interaction Essentials for Educators

Impactful professional development to improve interactions
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Put CLASS knowledge into daily practice.

Led by your organization’s Interaction Essentials Trainer, the Interaction Essentials for Educators program is ideal for organizations that prioritize collaborative professional development for educators and aim to build a community centered on CLASS.

Transform learning with research-based training

Built on the proven CLASS Group Coaching (MMCI) model, Interaction Essentials for Educators aims to:

  • Incorporate new and updated course content. 
  • Maintain a grounding in research and best practices to enhance educator-child interactions.
  • Meet the challenges of today’s educators with flexible delivery options and classroom-ready strategies.
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Connect CLASS to daily practice

Integrate CLASS concepts into daily routines, strengthening interactions with every child. With this program, educators will:

  • Deepen the understanding of impactful interactions.
  • Explore CLASS domains and dimensions in depth.
  • Identify, practice, and integrate effective interactions into everyday teaching.

Interactive materials that encourage knowledge application

Set educators up for success that extends beyond the learning experience with practical resources, including: 

  • Prompts and exercises to identify opportunities for development. 
  • Authentic classroom footage to support practice and application of CLASS strategies.
  • Workbooks and templates to integrate CLASS interactions into daily routines.

Training Overview

Prerequisite

Duration and CEUs

Learning Experience

What's Included

Familiarity with "Introduction to Interactions for Educators" is recommended and advised.

CEU-bearing (duration varies by learning experience)

  • Join a training facilitated online or in-person by an Interaction Essentials Trainer (Infant–Toddler or Pre-K)
  • Self-paced online course for independent learning (only for Pre-K)
  • Interaction Essentials Dimensions Guide Planner, stickers, sticky notes, and poster
  • Teachstone Notebook and Canvas Tote Bag
  • 12-month access to the Interaction Essentials Video Library

FAQ

Who should take Interaction Essentials for Educators?

Answer: Designed for educators working with children in Infant–Toddler or Pre-K settings, this program provides strategies to enhance classroom interactions and integrate CLASS principles into daily practice.

How is this different from Intro to Interactions for Educators?

Answer: Intro to Interactions for Educators builds awareness of CLASS, while Interaction Essentials for Educators is all about action. This program offers structured practice, real-world examples, and guided reflection to help educators confidently apply CLASS strategies in their daily routines.