1. Class will start at the top of the hour! Please turn the volume up on your computer speakers to access the audio feature of this seminar. WELCOME TO CE100 Preparing for a Career in Early Childhood Development Unit 3.

2. Audio Check Let’s conduct a quick audio check. If you can’t hear me, please confirm that the volume on your speakers are on and if you have external speakers confirm that they are plugged in. If you can’t hear me, please try logging out and back in. This often fixes the problem. If this does not work – please call Tech Support at 1-866- 522-7747

3. Review of Unit 2 The roles and responsibilities of an individual with a career in child development vary depending on the types of setting in which they work. However, one thing is for sure: individuals working with young children need to treat the children equally while providing them with the different needs that they require. In addition, in order to meet all the roles, we must be able to take care of ourselves! Does anyone have any questions? Thoughts? Ah ha moments?

4. Unit 3: Center-based Careers There are many ways to work with young children and their families, and so many ways to make a difference. This week you will explore center-based careers as well as a visit from your trusted friend, Spartacus to learn tips on taking notes and taking tests. Are you ready to begin?

5. It’s Time to Share! Do any of you work in center-based programs – or – have children that attend them? Jump in!

6. Seminar Questions What are some of the duties that a professional in a center-based childcare center may be expected to carry out? What questions or concerns do you have about these duties? Share your thoughts!!!

7. More Sharing What are some potential resources for the professional working in a center-based childcare center? Jump in!

8. Academic Strategies Which of the study strategies seem most useful to you? How might you apply them to your courses now and in the future? Please Share!!!

9. Outcomes After completing this unit, you should be able to: Investigate and discuss career options related to center-based careers Identify different memory techniques and share why they are important when working with diverse populations

10. Types of Programs I’ll list each of them… as I do… share what you know about each – just jump in! Non-profit Faith Based For Profit (Proprietary) Chain or Franchise Employer Sponsored Cooperative Specialty

11. Types of Careers As I mention the following job titles, please share the role that these professionals play in a childcare setting. Ready? The Director A Teacher An Assistant or an Aide

12. Virtual Field Trip Let’s visit a For-Profit Licensed Childcare Center, shall we? Go to the program page and explore the different classrooms, the ages of the children and the staff to child ratios. Remember, these vary from state to state. Your ratios may be different. http://justforkidsri.com This center is owned by Nancy Moretti, one of our full time professors.

13. Resources What are some potential resources for the professional working in a center-based childcare center? Are your parents a resource? What about your colleagues? State or National Organizations? Do you have a childcare resource agency in your state?

14. Just a Few Reminders… Please be sure to read the announcements that I post in class. If you have extenuating circumstances that prevent you from completing projects or participating in the class, please contact me as soon as possible as I do worry about my students. Know that I am only just a message away!

15. Graded Reviews This week you will have two graded reviews. Please use the readings as well as the tips from Spartacus to assist you in answering the questions. Take your time, you have two hours to complete each review.

16. Please remember that our class runs from Wednesday through Tuesday! ALL work for unit 3 is due on Tuesday at midnight! This week you will: Complete the Readings – Learn Tips from Spartacus Complete the Learning Activities Share and participate in the discussion Complete two graded reviews And either attend Live Seminar or Complete Option 2. Any questions? Unit 3 – Things to do!

17. Thank you for Joining me! Remember as your instructor, I view your success as my success. If you need anything, please email me, meet me on AIM, or post your question on the Q and A Discussion Board in our Class. Have a super week – I’ll see you in class!

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