Theoretical Foundations for a Social Emotional Curriculum (.5 ECE Hours)

Theoretical Foundations for a Social Emotional Curriculum

Introduction to the Social Emotional Foundations Webinar Series

Course Description

For the last few decades, research and clinical practice have demonstrated and continue to provide evidence to advocate the importance of social and emotional development.

This webinar introduces the experts who have been the inspiration for this work

In the following webinar series, we will focus on understanding the important role played by secure relationships with educators and peers. Benefits include increased ability to co- and self-regulate, positive interaction skills and, of course, a sense of security and well-being that allows children to explore and learn.

EYPDC Program Development and Early Years Consultant Jan Blaxall, MASc (Psych), RECE, AECEO.C

Jan has 30 years of teaching Early Childhood Education courses at Fanshawe College, London, Ontario and Conestoga College, Kitchener, Ontario. Jan has co-authored an ECE textbook, Children at the Centre: Principles of Early Childhood Education in Canada and is a regular contributor to the Canadian Child Care Federation's Journal, Interaction. She is on the editorial board of IDEAS - Emotional Well-being in Child Care. Jan served as a member of Ontario's Expert Panel on an Early Learning Framework, for Ontario's Ministry of Children and Youth Services. She works with the Psychology Foundation of Canada, promoting children's emotional wellness.