Early Learning Network

Training for Keystone STARS 3 & 4 Family & Group Child Care Providers

July & August 2010

What is the purpose of the training? This training is designed to provide Keystone STAR 3 & 4 Family and Group child care programs with an understanding of the 1) ELN data collection system known as Pelican, 2) how to enter demographic information into the ELN Pelican system, and 3) how to enter child outcomes data into the Work Sampling and/or Ounce Online systems.

What will the training cover? The 6-hour training session will provide Keystone STAR 3 & 4 Family and Group child care program participants with the skills needed to use PELICAN, and the skills needed to enter child outcomes data into Work Sampling and/or Ounce Online.  The training will be computer-based, allowing participants an opportunity to practice entering data into these systems. The sessions will also describe data collection requirements, ideas for talking with families about ELN, and strategies for efficient data entry. A number of resource materials including flyers describing ELN for families, frequently asked questions and responses, and tips for using computers will be provided.

What will participants learn? Participants will be provided with:

• an overview of the Early Learning Network;
• information on data collection requirements;
• hands-on opportunities for working in Pelican and in the Work Sampling/Ounce Online systems;
• strategies for managing data; and
• information on additional ELN, Work Sampling and Ounce resources and supports that are available to programs

Who should participate?   These sessions are designed for owners and operators of Keystone STARS 3 and 4 Family and Group child care programs.

What time are the sessions?  Evening sessions are comprised of two back to back evenings, both 3 hours in length, 6:00pm – 9:00pm, for a total of 6 hours.  Saturday sessions run from 9:00am– 3:45pm with 45 minutes for lunch, a total of 6 hours.  Lunch is not provided.

How do I register?   Visit the PA Keys website, www.pakeys.org, and access the professional development calendar to register.  You will receive a confirmation e-mail indicating that you are registered for the event.

If you have questions or problems registering please contact Ashley Bricker: abricker@pattan.net 

Training dates and locations are listed below.  Evening sessions are comprised of two back to back evenings from 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM each night.  Saturday sessions are all day from 9:00 AM – 3:45 PM .