By Renee Marazon and Jan Zimmerman

Learn about or enhance your Marazon practice by working through this series of seven self-paced modules with accompanying CD-ROM Slide Shows. The Marazon I Self-Paced Training Modules publication is presented in a single-book format and are titled as follows:

	Module 1 - Getting Started Module 2 - The Developmental Objective Module 3 - Assessment Module 4 - Plan Module 5 - Environment Module 6 - Partnership Module 7 - Summary Project

The Format of the Module Publication

As you work through the Modules you will find yourself strengthened and revitalized in your day-to day interactions with children, families, co-workers, administrators, and colleagues. That’s because each module provides you with a variety of exciting interactive learning opportunities. These learning experiences include:

The Content of the CD-ROM Module Slide Shows

With Nearly Three Hours of Audio-Visual Slide Show Presentations

The slide show is a supplement to the Module publication. It details the Marazon approach in six separate audio-visual presentations. The slide shows which correspond with Modules one through six are titled as follows:

Slide Show 1 - Getting Started 22 minutes Slide Show 2 - Developmental Objective 28 minutes Slide Show 3 - Assessment 37 minutes Slide Show 4 - Plan 36 minutes Slide Show 5 - Environment 28 minutes Slide Show 6 - Partnership 26 minutes

The Benefits of the Marazon I Self-Paced Training Modules

The Modules as well as the slide shows are self-paced. This means you are able to spend as much time as you need working through each module and viewing each slide show presentation. The Modules and Slide Shows are powerful tools for small group work as well. As you work through the self-paced modules and slide shows you will be able to learn about, implement, and refine:

Authentic Assessment Individualized Planning Intentionality in interactions with children and families Meaningful and positive interactions with families
You will also be able to Work at your own pace Work in Small groups Reference the Modules and Slide Shows on an as needed basis.
Self-Paced Training Module CD-ROM System Requirements
System Requirements: Windows 95/98/NT/2000/ME/XP MB Disk Space: 32 MB RAM Available Hard Drive Space: 30 MB Processor: Pentium 200 or higher Microprocessor CD ROM Drive: 1.44 MB Monitor Hardware: SVGA Monitor Monitor Settings: 24 Bit Color

Professional Development Opportunities for Module Completion

Take advantage of the professional development opportunities that accompany the Marazon I Self-Paced Training Modules. The Modules may be completed for the following options:

1. Independent Study (on your own).
2. Supervised Study under the direct supervision of a Marazon Trainer at your site.
3. Direct Assessment by MAPS for life.
   

Options 1, 2, and 3 are available for Continuing Education Units (CEU).

Graduate or undergraduate credit is available through the Franciscan University of Steubenville, OH for Option 3 or you may be eligible to receive credit through your college or university. Call for more information about college credit opportunities.