NAEYC Institute Announcements

Schedule of Events and Sponsors

2018 Schedule of Events

Saturday, June 9 8:30 a.m.–3:00/4:00 p.m. & 12:00 noon–4:00 p.m. Pre-Institute Workshops

(Preregistration required) 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Institute Registration

Sunday, June 10

7:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. Institute Registration

8:45–10:15 a.m. Opening Plenary Session

10:45 a.m.–12:45 p.m. Sessions

12:00 noon–3:30 p.m. NAEYC Exhibit Hall & NAEYC Shop

12:45–2:00 p.m. Lunch Break

2:00–4:00 p.m. Sessions

4:30–5:30 p.m. Sessions 5:30–7:00 p.m.

Networking Reception in the Exhibit Hall

5:45–7:00 p.m. Research Poster Session

Monday, June 11

7:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. Institute Registration

8:00–10:00 a.m. Sessions

10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m NAEYC Exhibit Hall & NAEYC Shop

10:45 a.m.–12:45 p.m. Sessions

12:45–2:00 p.m. Lunch Break/Exhibit Hall

2:00–4:00 p.m. Sessions Ping Pong Challenge in the Exhibit Hall

4:45–5:45 p.m. Sessions

Tuesday, June 12

7:00 a.m.–12:00 noon Institute Registration

8:00–10:00 a.m. Sessions

10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. NAEYC Exhibit Hall & NAEYC Shop

10:45 a.m.–12:45 p.m. Sessions

12:45–2:00 p.m. Lunch Break/Prize Drawings in the Exhibit Hall

2:00–4:00 p.m. Sessions

4:30–5:30 p.m. Sessions

Wednesday, June 13

8:00–10:00 a.m. Sessions

10:30 a.m.–12:00 noon Closing Plenary Session

Institute Announcements

Session location

Sessions take place at the JW Marriott Austin (110 E. 2nd Street, Austin, TX 78701).

Institute Registration and Final Program pick-up

The Institute badge—which permits admission to sessions and to the NAEYC Institute Exhibit Hall—was mailed in advance to attendees and presenters who registered by May 11, 2018. Exhibitors and those who registered after May 11 must bring their registration receipt to Institute Registration, on Level 3 in the Lone Star Foyer of the JW Marriott Austin, to pick up their badge. On-site registration will be available to those who did not preregister. If you did register, you can pick up your copy of the Institute Final Program anytime during registration hours.

Registration hours are Saturday, June 9 ........................... 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Sunday, June 10 ............................ 7:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. Monday, June 11 .......................... 7:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. Tuesday, June 12 .......................... 7:00 a.m.–12:00 noon

NAEYC Headquarters

NAEYC Headquarters will be in the JW Marriott Austin on Level 3 in Room 306.

NAEYC Shop

JW Marriott Austin Level 2, Griffin Hall, Booth #613 Don’t go home empty handed! NAEYC publications will be available for browsing, on-site purchases, and bulk orders—all at member prices.

NAEYC Shop hours are

Sunday, June 10 ............................ 12:00 noon–3:30 p.m. and 5:30–7:00 p.m.

Monday, June 11 .......................... 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Tuesday, June 12 .......................... 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.

NAEYC Membership

JW Marriott Austin Registration Area, Level 3, Lone Star FoyerTake advantage of all the amazing benefits membership has to offer! Visit the NAEYC Membership area and upgrade today!

Membership hours are Saturday, June 9 ........................... 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Sunday, June 10 ............................ 7:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. Monday, June 11 .......................... 7:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. Tuesday, June 12 .......................... 7:00 a.m.–12:00 noon

NAEYC Exhibit Hall and Registrant Bag Pick-Up

JW Marriott Austin Level 2, Griffin HallDiscover tools, services, and demonstrations for implementing new solutions that build on what you learn at Institute. Your complimentary registrant bag is waiting for you at the NAEYC Homeroom Booth #112.

Exhibit Hall hours are Sunday, June 10 ............................ 12:00 noon–3:30 p.m. and 5:30–7:00 p.m. Monday, June 11 .......................... 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Tuesday, June 12 .......................... 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.

Research Posters

JW Marriott Austin Level 2, Griffin HallStop by the Research Posters to network and exchange ideas with individuals and organizations showcasing effective approaches to professional development, high-quality programs, and new research.

Research Posters hours are Sunday, June 10 .......................... 5:45–7:00 p.m.

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Business center

JW Marriott Austin Level 5Located on the 5th floor, the FedEx Office is open daily, Monday–Friday from 7:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m. and Saturday– Sunday from 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Services include photocopies, printing, packing and shipping, plus office supplies available for purchase. Hotel guests’ room keys provide 24-hour access.

Austin Info Desk

JW Marriott Austin Lobby LevelThe Concierge desk is located on the Lobby Level of the JW Marriott Austin. A knowledgeable concierge is available to answer questions and assist with restaurant reservations from 7:00 a.m.–10:00 p.m. daily.

Internet access

Complimentary Attendee Wi-FiPassword: PLI2018 (not case sensitive) Network: JWMarriott_CONFERENCE

There is also free Wi-Fi is available on the Lobby Level of the JW Marriott Austin. The network name is JW Public. There is no password needed.

Endorsement

NAEYC’s Institute encourages the exchange of diverse opinions. It is important for attendees to recognize that the ideas presented do not necessarily reflect NAEYC’s official position statements. Moreover, NAEYC assumes no responsibility for any statement of fact or opinion presented at the Institute, nor does acceptance of advertising or exhibits imply endorsement by the Association of any products or services.

Lost and Found

Please visit the NAEYC Headquarters, JW Marriott Austin, Level 3 in Room 306, if you have lost an item while attending sessions.

Final Program organization

The Sunday through Wednesday sessions are described on pages 19 to 85. The program is organized by day, time, and location. The description of each session includes location, time, title, presenters, and track. The track defines the session focus.

General consent and release for use of image

Registration and attendance at, or participation in, NAEYC meetings and other activities constitutes an agreement for NAEYC, or anyone authorized by NAEYC, to record and use, as NAEYC may desire in its sole and absolute discretion, all recording and reproductions or depictions of such exhibitor’s, or attendee’s name, likeness, voice, persona, words, actions, and/or biography, which NAEYC may make, including without limitation, the right for NAEYC, or anyone authorized by NAEYC, to use such recordings, reproductions, or depictions in or in connection with any legitimate purposes, including for advertising, publicity, trade, and editorial purposes, at any time in the future in all media now known or hereafter developed, throughout the world.

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Observation and Assessment

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How Guidance Teaches Young Children Democratic Life Skills

The social-emotional skills children need to learn democratic life skills

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