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AND rather than OR: Maximizing Tools for State Professional Development Systems
Serving the diverse needs, professional roles and goals of the early childhood workforce can make systems development complicated and complex. Accessing and using resources to help doesn't have to be! This presentation explores state professional development systems frameworks and play with policy tools. (Presented by Barbara Coccodrilli Carlson, Sarah LeMoine, & Pam Winton; June 2009; National Institute for Early Childhood Professional Development, Charlotte, NC)
Playing Well with Others: Supporting Cross-Sector Approaches to Professional Development
This presentation offers a guide and process to help states develop cross-sector professional development approaches. (Camille Catlett, Shelley deFosset, Pamela Winton, & Tracey West; June 2009; NAEYC PDI Conference, Charlotte, NC)
Using NAEYC's Definition and Position Statement to Support Inclusion
This presentation provides information about a new definition of inclusion developed by NAEYC and DEC and evidence related to effective inclusion practices. (Camille Catlett & Heidi Hollingsworth; June 2009; NAEYC PDI Conference, Charlotte, NC)
The Big Picture: Building Cross-Sector Early Childhood Professional Development Systems
This presentation defines terms and conceptual framework related to professional development (PD), applies frameworks to PD work at state, regional, program, classroom, and individual levels as well as planning and facilitation identifies resources. (Camille Catlett & Pamela Winton; May 6, 2009; National Smart Start Conference, Greensboro, NC)
WEBINAR: Developing Intersecting Interests - Building the Capacity for Cross-Sector Professional Development
The webinar uses anecdotes and lessons learned from states to frame a guided tour of a 7-step process for developing an integrated, cross-sector state professional development system. Tools to support this process, including a planning guide and a definition and conceptual framework for professional development will be shared. Examples will also be provided of how two states (Minnesota and Pennsylvania) are using this process to build regional, cross-sector early childhood professional development systems to support professional development and inclusion. Presenters: Camille Catlett & Shelley deFosset, (National Professional Development Center on Inclusion), Lisa Backer, Section 619 Coordinator (MN), & Beth Fairchild, Early Intervention Technical Assistance Consultant (PA)
Early Childhood Inclusion and the Evidence-Based Practice Movement
What are the origins of early childhood inclusion? How is inclusion influenced by the evidence-based practice movement? This multi-media keynote session takes you on a journey that explores the moral, social, educational, and empirical foundations of inclusion from an international perspective. We will propose a definition of high quality inclusion that reflects the best thinking of the general and special education fields in the U.S. In addition, we will introduce the most promising practices to achieve universal access to inclusion and promote full participation, effective supports, and desired results for young children and their families. (Pat Wesley & Virginia Buysse; June 2008; Minnesota Early Intervention Summer Institute, Collegeville, MN)
Promoting Inclusion through Professional Development? Bring an Example – Leave with a Plan
In this session, attendees had a chance to learn about and apply a professional development framework to a professional development opportunity, initiative, or event for which they had some responsibility or role in a small group activity. Note: Professional development is broadly defined as facilitated teaching and learning experiences that are transactional and designed to support the acquisition of professional knowledge, skills, and dispositions as well as the application of this knowledge in practice. (Camille Catlett, Shelley deFosset, Tracey West, & Pam Winton; July 22, 2008; National Early Childhood Inclusion Institute, Chapel Hill, NC)
Building A Plane While Flying It
In 2007, the National Professional Development Center on Inclusion (NPDCI) began working with four states to support an integrated professional development system that supports high quality inclusion. Each state has taken a unique approach, taking into account state-specific players, initiatives, opportunities and challenges. This session will highlight the work in progress and lessons learned. Participants will learn how to implement the NPDCI approach at state and local levels. (Camille Catlett, Jenni Couture, Pam Deardorff & LeAnne Lorenzo; July 23, 2008; National Early Childhood Inclusion Institute, Chapel Hill, NC)
NAEYC: National Professional Development Center on Inclusion: What we know, what we don't know, and what we plan to learn (Activity PDF)
The increasing numbers of children with disabilities in early childhood programs make it imperative for personnel to have the knowledge and skills to support effective inclusion. Moreover, a statewide multiagency system is needed to ensure effective professional development. This session will highlight how the National Center for Professional Development on Inclusion (NPDCI) is working to change what we know, what we don't know and what we do about these important issues. (Pamela Winton, Camille Catlett, Virginia Buysse, & Shelley deFosset; June 2007; NAEYC Professional Development Institute, Pittsburgh, PA)
WEBINAR: Professional Development and Inclusion: A Definition and Framework to Guide Cross-Sector Planning
This webinar was held on March 11, 2008 and hosted by NECTAC, NPDCI and the PreSchool LRE CoP.
DEC's Position on Inclusion: An Opportunity for Dialogue
This session provided an opportunity for members and other interested individuals to learn more about the draft of the position on inclusion and provide input. Participants offered input into the development of the position statement and were provided information about how to submit additional feedback. (Camille Catlett & Virginia Buysse; October 2007; Crossing New Borders. Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada. Division for Early Childhood)
DEC 2007: New Directions and Promising Approaches To Address Professional Development Challenges
2007 Inclusion Institute: What We Know about Inclusion and Need to Do to Support High Quality Personnel Working in Inclusive Settings (Activity)
This interactive session provided participants with a chance to learn about the data on inclusion and professional development, hear about a definition and conceptual framework on professional development from the National Professional Development Center on Inclusion (NPDCI); and work in small groups to identify ways they can contribute to improving the quality of personnel working in inclusive settings. (Pam Winton, Virginia Buysse, & Shelley deFosset; August 1, 2007; Inclusion Institute, Chapel Hill, NC)
2007 Inclusion Institute: What We Know about Inclusion and Need to Do to Support High Quality Personnel Working in Inclusive Settings (Handout)
This interactive session provided participants with a chance to learn about the data on inclusion and professional development, hear about a definition and conceptual framework on professional development from the National Professional Development Center on Inclusion (NPDCI); and work in small groups to identify ways they can contribute to improving the quality of personnel working in inclusive settings. (Pam Winton, Virginia Buysse, Camille Catlett, & Shelley deFosset, July 31, 2007; Inclusion Institute, Chapel Hill, NC)
2007 Inclusion Institute: What We Know about Inclusion and Need to Do to Support High Quality Personnel Working in Inclusive Settings (PDF Presentation)
This interactive session provided participants with a chance to learn about the data on inclusion and professional development, hear about a definition and conceptual framework on professional development from the National Professional Development Center on Inclusion (NPDCI); and work in small groups to identify ways they can contribute to improving the quality of personnel working in inclusive settings. (Pam Winton, Virginia Buysse, Camille Catlett, & Shelley deFosset; July 31, 2007; Inclusion Institute, Chapel Hill, NC)
Project Directors Meeting 2007: National Professional Development Center on Inclusion: Working with States to Support High Quality Professional Development for Preschool Inclusion (Activity PDF)
This interactive session provided participants with a chance to learn about the data on inclusion and professional development, hear about a definition and conceptual framework on professional development from the National Professional Development Center on Inclusion (NPDCI), discover resources to help states with planning meetings, and work in small groups to identify ways they can contribute to improving the quality of personnel working in inclusive settings. Powerpoint, handout and activity sheet are attached. (Pam Winton, Virginia Buysse, & Shelley deFosset; July 16, 2007; OSEP Project Directors Meeting, Washington, DC)
Project Directors Meeting 2007: National Professional Development Center on Inclusion: Working with States to Support High Quality Professional Development for Preschool Inclusion (Handout PDF)
This interactive session provided participants with a chance to learn about the data on inclusion and professional development, hear about a definition and conceptual framework on professional development from the National Professional Development Center on Inclusion (NPDCI), discover resources to help states with planning meetings, and work in small groups to identify ways they can contribute to improving the quality of personnel working in inclusive settings. Powerpoint, handout and activity sheet are attached. (Pam Winton, Virginia Buysse, & Shelley deFosset; July 16, 2007; OSEP Project Directors Meeting, Washington, DC)
Project Directors Meeting 2007: National Professional Development Center on Inclusion: Working with States to Support High Quality Professional Development for Preschool Inclusion (Presentation PDF)
This interactive session provided participants with a chance to learn about the data on inclusion and professional development, hear about a definition and conceptual framework on professional development from the National Professional Development Center on Inclusion (NPDCI), discover resources to help states with planning meetings, and work in small groups to identify ways they can contribute to improving the quality of personnel working in inclusive settings. Powerpoint, handout and activity sheet are attached. (Pam Winton, Virginia Buysse, & Shelley deFosset; July 16, 2007; OSEP Project Directors Meeting, Washington, DC)
NAEYC: National Professional Development Center on Inclusion: What we know, what we don't know, and what we plan to learn (Handout PDF)
The increasing numbers of children with disabilities in early childhood programs make it imperative for personnel to have the knowledge and skills to support effective inclusion. Moreover, a statewide multiagency system is needed to ensure effective professional development. This session will highlight how the National Center for Professional Development on Inclusion (NPDCI) is working to change what we know, what we don't know and what we do about these important issues. (Pam Winton, Camille Catlett, Virginia Buysse, & Shelley deFosset; June 12, 2007; NAEYC Professional Development Institute, Pittsburgh, PA)
Zero to Three: Evidenced-Based Practice: What It Really Means for the Early Childhood Field (PDF)
To introduce concepts related to Evidence-Based Practice (EBP), examine a proposed definition of EBP, trace the origins of this movement, and apply these concepts to research, policy, and practice in early childhood. (Virginia Buysse; 2006)
Mountain Plains Regional Resource Center Conference Call (PDF version)
Conference Call Sponsor: Mountain Plains Regional Resource Center Target Audience: Early childhood and State Improvement Grant (SIG) coordinators from 11 jurisdictions (AZ, BIA, CO, KS, MT, ND, NE, MN, SD, UT, WY) (Camille Catlett, Shelley deFosset, & Pam Winton; March 7, 2007; Mountain Plains Regional Resource Center Conference Call)
North Central Regional Resource Center Conference Call (PDF version)
This presentation to the Part C and 619 Coordinators in 9 states, provides a definition of evidence-based practice, its origins and its effect on policy, research, knowledge utilization and professional development. In addition, information is shared on the newly funded National Professional Development Center on Inclusion and how states might be involved. (Virginia Buysse & Pam Winton; February 20, 2007; North Central Regional Resource Center)
NPDCI National Planning Meeting (PDF version)
The National Professional Development Center on Inclusion gathered with other national projects, family networks, state representatives and technical assistance projects to discuss collaboration and coordination of efforts to maximize their impact on systems that serve children with disabilities and their families. (Pam Winton, Virginia Buysse, Camille Catlette, & Shelley deFosset; February 26, 2007; NPDCI National Planning Meeting, Washington, DC)
Evidence-Based Practice and the National Professional Development Center on Inclusion (pdf version)
This presentation to the Part C and 619 Coordinators in 9 states, provides a definition of evidence-based practice, its origins and its effect on policy, research, knowledge utilization and professional development. In addition, information is shared on the newly funded National Professional Development Center on Inclusion and how states might be involved. (Virginia Buysse & Pam Winton; February 20, 2007; North Central Regional Resource Center Conference Call)
National Professional Development Center on Early Childhood Inclusion
(Pam Winton, Virginia Buysse, Camille Catlett & Pat Wesley; 2006; DEC Conference on Young Children with Special Needs & Their Families, Little Rock, AR; Sponsored by: Division of Early Childhood, Council for Exceptional Children)
