Building Bridges with Higher Education

Infant Toddler Caregiving

Module 1: Supporting Healthy Social and Emotional Development

Overview

This is the first “Building Bridges” module ELOP has offered in which students can interact with each other and the instructor in both English and Spanish. This dual language curriculum reflects our mission, and that of the Department of Early Learning, to extend meaningful professional development opportunities to students in diverse communities.

As you read the course content, you will see lectures and assignments in both English and Spanish. You have the option to read the lecture in English, Spanish, or both and to participate to the on-line discussion board in either language. The translated lecture and assigned reading materials provide the depth needed to achieve good understanding of the course learning goals.

However, due to copyright limitations, some of the articles and handouts that make up the required reading are included in English only. These English-only materials are intended to supplement the core content that has been translated. We expect that all students will read these English-only articles to add to your general understanding.

Important note : Though the course is offered in a dual language format, our college partners can award college credit only for assignments that are submitted in English and which are of college-level quality . Students who complete and submit assignments in Spanish will receive the 10 STARS hours but not the college credit. Please talk to your instructor if you have any questions about the course requirements.

Welcome to the first module of "Infant Toddler Caregiving"! This course is part one of three courses developed by the Building Bridges with Higher Education Project and STARS, and offered through Puget Sound Educational Service District's Early Learning Outreach Program, local Community and Technical colleges, and community partners.

This module consists of four sections. For each of these sections, you will create an online portfolio of all of your work. Your coursework and assignments will all be completed online. You will update your portfolio as you complete your assignments. A certificate of completion will be available online upon your completion, and credit will be awarded through the college you registered with. You may email your instructor with questions, or post them on the discussion board.

ELOP courses include the option of extra coaching time. It can be used for any purpose: academic, technical, or professional development. Extra coaching can be received via email, during a phone conversation, or as a face to face meeting. You also can ask your instructor to visit you at your work place, and provide observation-based coaching.

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