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Cats |
1.00 |
This course will provide an introduction to cats, including an overview of physical characteristics, habitat, behavior, reproduction and the conservation efforts dedicated to protecting this taxonomic group. |
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Rhinoceroses |
2.00 |
This course will provide an introduction to rhinoceroses, including an overview of physical characteristics, habitat, behavior, reproduction and the conservation efforts dedicated to protecting this taxonomic group. |
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Giraffes |
2.00 |
This course will provide an introduction to giraffes, including an overview of physical characteristics, habitat, behavior, reproduction and the conservation efforts dedicated to protecting this species. |
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Old World Monkeys |
3.00 |
This course will provide an introduction to Old World monkeys, including an overview of physical characteristics, habitat, behavior, reproduction and the conservation efforts dedicated to protecting this group of animals. |
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Individuals with Disabilities for Paraprofessionals |
2.00 |
This course will help you develop new knowledge about students with disabilities by taking you through the Special Education referral process for school-age and preschool-age children. It will also cover the referral process for early childhood programs. This course will help you understand your role as a paraprofessional in supporting these students and their teachers. It is just one out of many paraprofessional courses we offer.
Note: Please be aware that this course covers the complete process from Birth to 12th grade, which makes it quite lengthy. While your primary focus might be on Pre-K to 12th grade, it's important to understand how this process develops in the early years. |
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Lemurs |
2.00 |
In this module, you'll learn about the natural history and conservation of a fascinating group of primates: lemurs. |
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Kangaroos and Kin |
1.00 |
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Response to Intervention (RTI) |
1.00 |
This course covers everything paraprofessionals and teachers need to know about Response to Intervention (RTI). This course will help you develop new knowledge about the different levels of interventions for all students and help you understand your role within the different levels of interventions. |
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Exploring Four Areas of Development of Children K-6 for Paraprofessionals |
1.00 |
One of the most helpful ways to gain an understanding of the needs and interests of students ages 5-12 is to examine their development from four different perspectives: physical, cognitive, social, and emotional. It is important for paraprofessionals to keep all four of these areas in mind when helping educators implement classroom activities and experiences. Keeping the four areas of development in mind helps staff to better understand the development of the whole child. |
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Mang Mountain Pit Viper |
1.00 |
In this module you will learn about an elusive, beautiful—and highly threatened—species from China. The Mang Mountain pitviper Protobothrops mangshanensis is just as important to the ecosystem as the giant panda—if a little less cuddly. |
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Galapagos Tortoises |
1.00 |
In this module you will explore the world of the Galápagos giant tortoises and their conservation. |
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Tasmanian Devil |
1.00 |
In this module, you’ll learn about the famous Tasmanian devil. These marsupials seem awfully cute to deserve the name “devil.” What’s the story behind the name? |
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Takin |
1.00 |
The odd-looking yet majestic “goat antelope” of Asia is a unique ungulate. Get to know takins in this course that investigates their natural history and conservation. |
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San Diego Zoo - Interpretation Basics: Module 1 |
2.50 |
An understanding of interpretation techniques is increasingly important for professionals and volunteers in zoos, aquariums, museums, and a variety of other tourism and hospitality organizations. This course will introduce the basics of interpretation, including the origins of interpretation, Tilden’s Six Principles of Interpretation, connecting tangibles with intangibles, and understanding visitors’ needs and motivations. |
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San Diego Zoo - Interpretation Basics: Module 2 |
2.50 |
Docents, guides, and interpreters who’ve successfully completed Interpretation Basics: Module I will further develop their interpretive skills by completing a second interpretation module. Interpretation Basics: Module II demonstrates the importance of purpose, message, and organization. Participants explore body language, word choice, question-and-response, transitions, and the use of props and biofacts. They identify techniques for enhancing audience participation and even practice handling challenging visitor situations. |
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Management of Effective Preschool Child Care Environments (CDA 1) |
2.00 |
Unlocking preschool potential through nurturing environments: This course equips you with the knowledge and skills to create spaces that ignite young minds and support healthy development. Explore how to design engaging, child-centered environments and routines that adapt to individual needs, cultural influences, and developmental milestones. Learn to assess your current preschool environment and craft targeted strategies for improvement, fostering a dynamic learning space where every child thrives. |
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Growth and Development of Preschoolers in Family Child Care (CDA 1) |
2.00 |
A supportive and healthy environment is key to promoting the growth and development of preschoolers. In this course, you will identify appropriate health and safety practices, examine how to develop developmentally appropriate activities, and explore how equipment and materials can help stimulate learning.
This course is designed to be part of a Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential™ curriculum. It covers CDA Subject Area 1: Planning a Safe, Healthy Environment to Invite Learning. This course can also be taken as a stand-alone learning event, or as part of a broader early childhood education curriculum.
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Human Relations Skill Development: Communication and Team Building for Paraprofessionals |
1.00 |
Being able to communicate effectively is an essential human relations skill for paraprofessionals. To be a good communicator, paraprofessionals need to understand the components of communication, and how the communication process works. They need to identify barriers to clear communication and develop strategies for minimizing or eliminating barriers to communication. Assessing the current status of personal human relations skills helps each professional identify priorities for making improvements to these skills. |
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Differential Diagnosis of Dementia |
1.00 |
At the end of this course, you will be able to:
Define Alzheimer's disease, and identify its risk factors.
Examine the differences between Alzheimer's disease and dementia.
Explore the pathology and the clinical presentation of Alzheimer’s disease, frontotemporal dementia and dementia with Lewy bodies.
Examine the diagnostic tests and tools used in the diagnosis of dementia. |
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Coping with Crying (CDA 1 & 3) |
2.00 |
Babies cry to communicate. In fact, sometimes it's the only way babies can communicate. Coping with crying can be a challenge, especially for people who have little or no experience care for infants. Learning to cope with crying is critical, as infant crying is the number one trigger for shaking a baby. In this course, we will learn about Shaken Baby Syndrome, and about ways to cope with a crying infant. This course is designed to be part of a Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential™ curriculum. It covers CDA Subject Area 1, Planning a Safe and Healthy Environment and CDA Subject Area 3: Supporting Children's Social and Emotional Development. This course can also be taken as a stand-alone learning event, or as part of a broader early childhood education curriculum. |
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Sleep is Essential to Good Health (CDA 1) |
2.00 |
This course delves into the science behind sleep, revealing its essential role alongside nutrition and physical activity. Explore recent research highlighting the impact of sleep on hormone regulation, obesity risk, brain development, cognitive function, and behavior. Discover age-specific sleep requirements and gain practical tips and recommendations to nurture healthy sleep habits in children, setting them on the path to well-being and success. |
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Growth and Development of Infants and Toddlers (CDA 1) |
2.00 |
A family child care early learning program that supports the growth and development of infants and toddlers needs nurturing caregivers, a healthy and safe environment, good relationships between family and caregiver, and appropriate activities to offer good quality care. This takes planning and knowledge of the growth and development of infants and toddlers. Find ways to enhance your family child care environment and build quality relationships with the infants and toddlers in your care.
This course is designed to be part of a Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential™ curriculum. It covers CDA Subject Area 1, Planning a Safe and Healthy Environment. This course can also be taken as a stand-alone learning event, or as part of a broader early childhood education curriculum. |
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Food Safety Practices (CDA 1) |
2.00 |
Safeguarding young minds and bodies is paramount in child care, and food safety plays a crucial role. This course empowers both center and home-based practitioners with vital knowledge and skills to combat foodborne illness (FBI), prevent choking hazards, and minimize other food-related injuries. Discover comprehensive guidelines for implementing effective food safety practices, ensuring you cultivate a healthy and secure environment for every child entrusted to your care. |
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Reduce the Spread of Germs in Child Care Programs (CDA 1) |
2.00 |
Colds, stomach viruses, and ear infections top the list of common illnesses for young children. Young children in child care centers and homes tend to get these common illnesses more frequently than young children who are not in group care. In many child care settings, illness moves quickly from one child to another. This course examines how to reduce the spread of germs in child care programs and establish ways to keep young children and the adults who care for them healthy. This course is designed to be part of a Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential™ curriculum. It covers CDA Subject Area 1: Planning a Safe, Healthy Environment to Invite Learning. This course can also be taken as a stand-alone learning event, or as part of a broader early childhood education curriculum.
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Coaching: Fundamentals of Coaching (Instructor Guide) |
1.00 |
Coaching is the continuous effort to help employees maximize their abilities through personalized counseling and advice. The coaching process not only trains employees to become familiar with business procedures and expectations, but also motivates them to reach both individual and company goals.
Coaching is beneficial to employees because it encourages them to discover their worth and potential. Through proper coaching sessions, employees build confidence, improve their work habits, and increase their productivity.
In this course you will learn to:
1. Define coaching and identify the qualities of an effective coach
2. Build a coaching foundation and plan a coaching strategy.
This Instructor's Edition of this course includes notes and suggestions to assist you in presenting the material, whether in an in-person classroom setting or as an instructor-led online or distance-learning course. It also provides you with the answers to questions found in mid-lesson activities, as well as in the quiz that concludes the course. |
