Full course description
Strong connections between educators, children, and learning are at the heart of high-impact instruction. In this interactive course, you’ll explore what makes classroom interactions meaningful and how intentional planning supports positive outcomes.
Through guided reflection and collaboration, you’ll:
- Identify key elements of effective interactions.
- Apply best practices in lesson planning and preparation to strengthen instructional strategies.
- Explore ways to improve ECR instruction and build stronger rapport with children.
- Collaborate with fellow educators to reflect on current practices and plan for growth.
To enroll in a course, you must be logged into your AppleTree Canvas account using your school-provided work email. If you forgot your password, click “Forgot Password?” on the login screen.
If you do not have an AppleTree Canvas account, click the blue Enroll button on the course page, then select Register New Account to create one. If you need further assistance, please contact Every Child Ready Support.
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AppleTree Institute is an authorized provider with the International Accreditors for Continuing Education and Training (IACET) and several state-run Professional Development (PD) registries. Practitioners may earn Continuing Education Units (CEUs) and/or PD hours, which can often be applied toward teaching certification renewals and other professional accreditations upon successful completion of course requirements. |