In this 4-part module series we will be screening the film Reflecting on Anti-Bias Education in Action: The Early Years then followed with discussion on how to put anti-bias work into action.  There is not a one-way approach to anti-bias education, however we will learn about the 4 interconnected goals that will help guide the work.  Each session we will explore one of the goals of anti-bias education, identity, diversity, justice, and action.

Additional Important Information about this training session:

• All trainings begin promptly at the scheduled time. Please arrive before the session begins. If you do not arrive by the time the session starts, you will not be permitted to enter the training session. If you miss 15 or more minutes during the course of any training session, you will not receive credit for that training.
• If you are disruptive or prevent the trainer from staying on task, you will be asked to leave, and your Regulatory/Licensing Specialist may be notified.
• If you sign up for a training and do not call to cancel at least 24 hours in advance, Regulatory/Licensing Specialist may be notified.
• No cell phones or electronic devices may be used during the training sessions.
• You may not bring children to any Link training session.

You must bring a picture ID to all trainings.

There will be a proof of learning at the end of the module series.  You must score at least an 80%. 

Child Growth & Development
1.3 l. Helps children value their ethnic and cultural traditions, while respecting the views and experiences of others
1.9 a. Recognizes the major differences and similarities between various cultural groups within the early childhood setting

 Family & Child Relationships
2.1  g. Takes time to learn about families’ race, religion, home language, family structure, employment situation, other childcare arrangements, as well as their values and beliefs about childhood, education, and
intervention

 Professionalism & Leadership
6.2 i. Recognizes and respects individual strengths, differences, and viewpoints
6.6 e. Promotes acceptance of individuals with disabilities and special needs as valued and contributing family and community members
6.6 f. Accepts and affirms children’s similarities and individual

Agenda
Session 1:

• What is anti-bias education and biases?
• Community Promises
• NAEYC Code of Ethics
• A Promise to All Children
• FAQs about the film
• Watch opening introduction of film
• Self- Reflection

Session 2:

• Learn more about ABE
• Core Goal 1: Identity

• Adult Goal 1: Identity
• 4 Vignettes and Discussions
• Reflective Thinking
• Wrap-Up

Session 3:

• Learn more about ABE
• Core Goal 2:Diversity
• Adult Goal 2: Diversity
• 5 Vignettes and Discussions
• Video-Girl Toys vs. Boy Toys: The Experiment
• The Hurtful Power of Silence
• What can you do?
• What if I don’t know what to say?
• Reflective Thinking
• Wrap-Up

Session 4:

• Continue expanding our knowledge on ABE
• Goal 3: Justice
• Adult Goal 3: Justice
• 3 Vignettes and Discussions
• Video: Black Parents Explain how to Deal with Police
• Goal 4: Action/Activism

• Adult Goal 4: Action
• 2 Vignettes and Discussions
• Call to Action
• Five Strategies to Create an Anti-Bias Education and other Handouts
• Reflective Thinking
• Wrap-Up