In Preschool Early Intervention programs located in Pennsylvania, Embedded Instruction for Early Learning has been identified as the primary evidence-based practice/strategy for providing high-quality Early Intervention services. This learning path is a sequence of professional development opportunities and resources organized to provide an understanding of Embedded Instruction for Early Learning. It is appropriate for any professional working in Preschool Early Intervention programs who wishes to learn to effectively implement evidence-based practices for the development of young children. The learning path provides Preschool Early Intervention professionals with the essential knowledge and skills to effectively implement the practices of Embedded Instruction for Early Learning with fidelity.
To begin your journey on the Preschool Service Delivery Learning Path, you will complete the two prerequisite courses: “Early Intervention Service Delivery: Coaching Across Settings” and “An Overview of Embedded Instruction for Early Learning in Pennsylvania.” For more information, please see the Learning Path Navigation Guide below.
Working in collaboration with your Preschool Early Intervention leader will guide your next steps. When the time comes, you will continue your journey to fidelity. Initially, you receive a welcome email including an invitation code from EITA and will be enrolled in the “Embedded Instruction for Early Learning in PA Learning Path” as pictured on the right.
As you continue on your journey, you will be provided with access to future courses and webinars via the EITA Training site. When you complete each step, you will gain access to the next. This may be through invitation, survey, or registration codes in courses and webinars as you progress through the learning path.
Additional information on each component of the learning path is provided below. If you have questions or need assistance, reference the Learning Path Navigation Guide and/or contact the EITA Help Desk.
This one-hour online course is open to anyone. It is self-paced and asynchronous. In it, learners will Identify and explore the Principles of Early Intervention in Pennsylvania as put forth in OCDEL Announcement EI-20-03.
This three-hour online course is open to anyone. It is self-paced and asynchronous. In it, learners will be provided with an overview of Embedded Instruction for Early Learning.
What & When to Teach-Part 1 is comprised of two pieces; a 1.5-hour self-paced, asynchronous, online course and a one-hour instructor-led live webinar. After the online course is completed, registration information for the webinar will become available.
What & When to Teach-Part 2 is comprised of two pieces; a 1.5-hour self-paced, asynchronous, online course and a one-hour instructor-led live webinar. After the online course is completed, registration information for the webinar will become available.
How to Teach-Part 3 is comprised of two pieces; a 1.5-hour self-paced, asynchronous, online course and a one-hour instructor-led live webinar. After the online course is completed, registration information for the webinar will become available.
How to Evaluate-Part 4 is comprised of two pieces; a 1.5-hour self-paced, asynchronous, online course and a one-hour instructor-led live webinar. After the online course is completed, registration information for the webinar will become available. After the webinar is completed, fidelity check information will become available.
Early Intervention Technical Assistance (EITA) works on behalf of the Office of Child Development & Early Learning (OCDEL).
