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In this episode, we discuss the impact of classroom relationships on learning and development. Our guest Kate shares enlightening insights that underscore the crucial role that relationships between educators and students play in shaping successful learning environments.

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The process of fostering children's critical thinking and problem-solving skills can be challenging yet rewarding. In today’s episode, you’ll hear an enlightening conversation with early childhood education expert, Shawn Kaplan, about the art of cultivating thoughtful interactions in children and unlocking their cognitive abilities.

Meet-Up

Find us as NAEYC's Annual Conference November 15-17 in Nashville, TN! We'll be at Booth #600. Be sure to stop by to enter a raffle or to ask any of your questions about interactions and CLASS. See you there!

Info Sheet

Introducing the Back to School Resource Kit, a valuable toolkit designed to enhance classroom interactions and boost your confidence ahead of CLASS® observations. Whether you are an educator working with infants, toddlers, pre-K, or early elementary school, this kit is tailored to your needs.

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In this episode of Teaching with CLASS, we talk with Pamela Thompson, a director of teaching and learning at Neighborhood Villages in Boston. Pamela shares with us the concept of an 'always yes' environment to foster curiosity and open-ended exploration among young learners.

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This episode delves into the challenges and strategies associated with teaching strong-willed children. We discuss how temperament impacts behavior and classroom dynamics, strategies to identify rigid traits in toddlers and preschoolers, practicing flexibility and cooperation, the importance of setting boundaries and behavior expectations, and more.

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Join us as we delve into the true meaning of SEL, its impact, and some critiques.

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We know from decades of research that teacher quality is the single most important predictor of child success in the classroom. But how do you ensure teaching quality in the midst of a teacher shortage? The national non-profit, Teach For America has ideas.

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En este episodio tenemos a María Cristina Caro como invitada para visitar estrategias de desarrollo de conceptos en el salón de clases, una práctica que ayuda a construir un alto nivel de pensamiento.

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What does scuba diving have to do with concept development in early education? In today’s episode, Maria Cristina takes us on a deep dive into the world of concept development in early education, comparing the process to scuba diving.

Webinar

Join us for Back to School with Meaningful Interactions, a transformative and engaging series designed exclusively for Early Childhood teachers and instructional coaches. This free event combines on demand and live sessions, providing practical strategies for immediate implementation and leaving you feeling energized about returning to the classroom. Experience one live session each day, packed with valuable insights and interactive discussions led by experts in the field.

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Children need to be able to manage their emotions if they’re going to learn, but they can’t do that without tools to help them handle their emotions – especially the kind of yucky emotions that can really disrupt the day. Today Jess Moorhead joins the podcast to explain some of the ways she helps her students develop socially and emotionally.