2020 Q4 Newsletter

Over 480,000 Professional Development Hours Completed in 2020

The Q4 newsletter details the release of two new courses, the ability for users to enroll and earn certificates in three Focused Topics courses, updates to the Early Learning Matters curriculum, and other research pertaining to child care and early education.

Three Focused Topics Courses Enrollable for Military-Affiliated Programs

Registered Users Can Now Earn Certificates in Three Focused Topics Courses

Three Focused Topics Courses are now enrollable for registered users: Supporting Children with Challenging Behaviors, Sexual Development & Behavior in Children and Youth, and Trauma-Informed Care in Child Care Settings

Updates to Early Learning Matters Curriculum

Revised Materials Now Available for Preschool Staff

Revisions are being made to some materials in Purdue University's Early Learning Matters Curriculum for Preschool Staff

Virtual Workshop: Addressing COVID-19 Challenges on Young Children and Families

Free Professional Development Workshop on Sept. 30, 2020

Learn tools to address the changes and challenges a health emergency presents to young children and families

New Child Abuse Courses Now Available for Support Staff

Support staff play an important role in prevention, identification and reporting of child abuse

Courses are now available with focus on child abuse prevention, identification, and reporting, and the role that support staff play in keeping children safe from harm.

2020 Q3 Newsletter

New Focused Topics Courses in Development

Check out our recently updated content, research in the field, and new courses in development

Activity Upgrade: School-Age Track

School-Age activities have been upgraded from PDF to HTML

We are excited to announce the upgrade of activities in the School-Age track as a way to enhance accessibility and the user-experience for all.

2020 Q2 Newsletter

New VLS Content, Technical and Research Updates

Check out our updated content, activity upgrades, and upcoming Focused Topics courses

Course Release: Sexual Development & Behavior in K-12 Students

New Focused Topics Course Now Available

Learn ways to promote healthy sexual development and behavior in K-12 students

Supporting Adult Learners

Respecting Adult Learners is the Foundation for Effective Coaching Practices

Learn how to use adult learning theory to guide your coaching approach and how to use existing content, activities, and resources in the T&C and MGT tracks to support adult learners.