Welcome to ELOP Mini Modules & Guest Articles!

In this section you have two ways to explore a variety of topics related to early learning and development: Mini modules, which offer visitors a brief experience with online learning and Guest Articles, featuring high interest topics in early learning from around the world and/ or by locally or nationally known authors.

To take a Mini Module, click on the topic of your choice. Read the article and take the quiz at the bottom of the page, then click "submit." You will instantly see the results of you quiz and learn the correct answers to any questions you may have missed.

To read a Guest Author Article- choose the article and you're there!

NOTE: New Mini Modules and Guest Author Articles are posted regularly.

Mini Modules

Symbolic Play

Kids Matter: Improving Outcomes for Children in Washington State 2005

Dynamics of Second Language Acquisition

Guest Articles

A Common Language Creates an Uncommon Bond

Teaching Our Youngest: A Guide for Preschool Teachers and Child Care and Family Providers

Was that teacher-directed or child-centered?