Center Directors Initial Child Care Training (Alabama) V25

Center Directors Initial Child Care Training (Alabama)

This comprehensive online course fulfills the following initial training requirements:
• Child Care Administration and Management – 20 hours
• Quality Child Care – 4 hours

🕒 Enrollment Access: 1 year from the date of purchase
🗣️ Language: English
💻 Format: Fully online and self-pace

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Course Topics Include:

1. Intentional Teaching: Purposeful Strategies for Meaningful Learning
2. Trauma-Informed Practices in Early Childhood Care
3. Reimagining Early Education: A New Lens for Learning
4. Reflective Practice for Responsive and Relational Care
5. Director Focus: Empowering Growth, Resilience, and Lifelong Learning
6. Effective Family Engagement Strategies
7. Navigating Challenging Parent Interactions with Confidence
8. Advancing Workplace Inclusion Through Equity and Equality
9. Cultivating Inclusivity and Embracing Diversity in Child Care Settings
10. Accountability Essentials for Early Care and Education Professionals

Course curriculum

1. Topic 1 Pre-Assessment Survey
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1. What Is Intentional Teaching?
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2. Key Principles of Intentional Teaching
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3. The Educator’s Role
4. Examples of Intentional Teaching in Action
5. Topic 1 Chapter 1 Review Questions
6. Topic 1 Chapter 1 Open-Ended Question
1. The Neuroscience of Intentionality
2. Co-Regulation as a Foundation for Trust and Safety
3. Sensitive Periods of Neuroplasticity
4. Using Predictable Routines as Anchors for Emotional Safety
5. Applying Intentional Pacing to Support Children
6. Modeling Emotional Vocabulary to Activate Mirror Neuron Systems
7. Topic 1 Chapter 2 Review Questions
8. Topic 1 Chapter 2 Discussion
1. Responsive and Reflective Practice
2. Sensory Rituals to Support Transitions and Emotional Readiness
3. Open-Ended Questions to Spark Thinking and Reflection
4. Documentation as a Tool to Deepen Learning and Honor Identity
5. Topic 1 Chapter 3 Review Questions
6. Topic 1 Chapter 3 Open-Ended Question
1. Creating Emotionally Attuned Learning Environments
2. Fostering Cognitive Flexibility Through Relational Safety
3. Introducing Belonging Cues That Affirm Identity
4. Designing Environments That Invite Autonomy and Connection
5. Topic 1 Chapter 4 Review Questions
1. Language of Intentional Teaching
2. Scenario: Intentional Language
3. Intentionality in Conflict and Problem Solving
4. Scenario Analysis: Block-Sharing Conflict
5. Topic 1 Chapter 5 Open-Ended Question
6. Topic 1 Chapter 5 Review Questions
1. Designing Meaningful Invitations to Play
2. Alignment with Developmental and Emotional Needs
3. Curiosity-Sparking Materials That Invite Collaboration
4. Emotional Tone, Sensory Appeal, and Scaffolding Potential
5. Topic 1 Chapter 6 Review Questions
6. Topic 1 Chapter 6 Open-Ended Question
1. Educator Disposition and Self-Awareness
2. Reflection Moments
3. Track Patterns in Tone and Language
4. Recognize Internal States as Influential Forces
5. Practice Mindful Awareness
6. Engage in Dialogues That Explore Identity and Values
7. Topic 1 Chapter 7 Review Questions
8. Topic 1 Chapter 7 Open-Ended Question
1. Resources for Educators
2. End of Topic 1 Reflection
3. Topic 1 Completion
4. Topic 1 Quiz
1. Topic 2 Pre-Assessment Survey
1. Nurturing Emotional Safety in the Classroom
2. Relationships as the Foundation for Growth
3. Reflective Prompts
4. Sensory Grounding Rituals for Early Learners
5. Scenario: The Corner Nest
6. Topic 2 Chapter 1 Open-Ended Question
7. Topic 2 Chapter 1 Review Questions
1. Consistency Creates Safety
2. Visual Ritual Map
3. Reflections
4. Scenario: The Circle Rug Promise
5. Topic 2 Chapter 2 Open-Ended Question
6. Topic 2 Chapter 2 Review Questions
1. Building the Foundations for Emotional and Social Growth
2. Social and Emotional Learning Framework
3. Skill-Teaching Vignettes
4. Topic 2 Chapter 3 Open-Ended Question
5. Topic 2 Chapter 3 Review Questions
1. Restoring Agency Through Collaborative Choice
2. Centering Student Voice in SEL Practice
3. Student-Led SEL Ritual Prompts
4. Student Voice and Trauma-Responsive Decision Making
5. Trauma Responsiveness
6. Topic 2 Chapter 4 Open-Ended Question
7. Topic 2 Chapter 4 Review Questions
1. End of Topic 2 Reflection
2. Topic 2 Completion
3. Topic 2 Quiz
1. Topic 3 Pre-Assessment Survey
1. Breadth Before Depth
2. Wonder, Strings, and Magnetic Things
3. How Early Childhood Sparks a Lifetime of Learning
4. Nurturing a Love for Learning in Young Children
5. Topic 3 Chapter 1 Review Questions
6. Topic 3 Chapter 1 Open-Ended Question
1. Mistakes as Milestones
2. Teaching Through Modeling
3. Shaping Mindsets That Last
4. The Educator’s Role
5. Emotional Safety as the Soil for Growth
6. Topic 3 Chapter 2 Review Questions
7. Topic 3 Chapter 2 Open-Ended Question
1. A Spectrum of Experiences
2. Where Identity and Interests Take Root
3. Nurturing Emotional Intelligence in Young Children
4. From Self-Awareness to Social Understanding
5. Building the Brain for Compassion
6. Building Character Through Contribution
7. Topic 3 Chapter 3 Review Questions
8. Topic 3 Chapter 3 Open-Ended Question
1. The Learning Brain
2. Why Timing Matters
3. The Einstein Example
4. Topic 3 Chapter 4 Review Questions
5. Topic 3 Chapter 4 Open-Ended Question
1. End of Topic 3 Reflection
2. Topic 3 Completion
3. Topic 3 Quiz
1. Topic 4 Pre-Assessment Survey
1. The Importance of Reflective Practice
2. Using Reflection to Strengthen Teaching Practices
3. Meeting Every Learner Where They Are
4. Scenario: Liam’s Lightbulb Moments
5. Using Reflective Practice to Strengthen Problem-Solving
6. Reflective Practice Cultivates Lifelong Growth
7. Independent Assignment - Reflection Activity
8. Topic 4 Chapter 1 Review Questions
1. The Reflective Practice Cycle
2. Refine, Rethink, Reignite
3. The Reflect–Experiment–Refine Cycle
4. Scenario: Reimagining Transition Times
5. Topic 4 Chapter 2 Open-Ended Question
1. Professional Growth
2. Reflect to Elevate
3. Real-World Vignettes
4. Independent Assignment - Self-Assessment Tool
5. Topic 4 Chapter 3 Review Questions
1. Simple Steps to Embed Reflective Practice
2. Prioritizing Reflection in Your Professional Schedule
3. Reflective Journaling to Elevate Practice and Purpose
4. Using Guided Questions to Deepen Reflective Practice
5. Seeking Feedback to Strengthen Reflective Practice
6. Peer Collaboration
7. Topic 4 Chapter 4 Review Questions
8. Topic 4 Chapter 4 Discussion
1. Turning Reflection into Purposeful Goal Setting
2. Implementing and Evolving
3. Celebrating Success to Sustain Reflective Growth
4. Topic 4 Chapter 5 Review Questions
5. Topic 4 Chapter 5 Open-Ended Question
1. Handout
2. End of Topic 4 Reflection
3. Topic 4 Completion
4. Topic 4 Quiz
1. Topic 5 Pre-Assessment Survey
2. Independent Assignment - Learning Log
1. Building a Learning-Driven Culture
2. Leading with Purpose
3. Embedding Continuous Improvement
4. How Continuous Improvement Sparks Innovation
5. Topic 5 Chapter 1 Review Questions
6. Topic 5 Chapter 1 Open-Ended Question
1. Defining a Vision for Lifelong Learning
2. Building a Communication Strategy that Inspires
3. Connecting Continuous Learning to Meaningful Outcomes
4. Leading from the Top
5. Topic 5 Chapter 2 Review Questions
6. Topic 5 Chapter 2 Open-Ended Question
1. Nurturing a Growth Mindset Culture Among Educators
2. Building Resilient Educators
3. Feedback as Fuel
4. Walking the Talk
5. Topic 5 Chapter 3 Review Questions
6. Topic 5 Chapter 3 Open-Ended Question
1. Harnessing Peer Mentoring and Coaching
2. Formalizing Peer Coaching in Child Care
3. Cultivating a Coaching Culture through Peer Mentoring
4. Embedding Mentorship into the Day-to-Day
5. Building Feedback Systems to Propel Continuous Learning
6. Cultivating a Safe Feedback Culture
7. Topic 5 Chapter 4 Review Questions
8. Topic 5 Chapter 4 Open-Ended Question
1. Trust and Openness as Pillars of Continuous Growth
2. Valuing Every Voice
3. Lifelong Learning at the Core of Child Care Leadership
4. Celebrating Growth
5. Topic 5 Chapter 5 Review Questions
1. End of Topic 5 Reflection
2. Topic 5 Completion
3. Topic 5 Quiz
1. Topic 6 Pre-Assessment Survey
1. What Is Family Engagement?
2. Why the Distinction Matters
3. Legal Reasons for Involving Families
4. Ethical Reasons for Involving Families
5. Impact on Child Growth and Learning
6. The Three Pillars
7. Topic 6 Chapter 1 Review Questions
8. Topic 6 Chapter 1 Open-Ended Question
1. Creating a Welcoming Environment
2. Routines that Promote Family Participation and Connection
3. Empowering Families Through Classroom Contributions
4. Implement Consistent, Inclusive Communication Methods
5. Inclusivity in Communication
6. Two-Way Communication and Respectful Tone
7. Topic 6 Chapter 2 Review Questions
8. Topic 6 Chapter 2 Open-Ended Question
1. Trauma-Informed Engagement Practices
2. Principles of Trauma-Informed Family Engagement
3. Trauma-Informed Strategies for Engaging Families
4. Community Supports and Self-Awareness
5. Building Bridges, Not Barriers
6. Understanding Cultural Responsiveness
7. Learn About Families’ Cultures and Contexts
8. Examine Personal Biases
9. Supporting Children’s Identity and Belonging
10. Respectful Inquiry
11. Practical Strategies for Respectful Inquiry
12. Respectful Inquiry Daily and Cultural Humility
13. Topic 6 Chapter 3 Review Questions
14. Chapter 3 Discussion
1. Family-Led Learning
2. Why It Matters
3. Practical Ways to Invite Family-Led Learning
4. Creating a Welcoming Environment for Participation
5. Families as Co-Educators and Two-Way Goal Setting
6. The Two-Way Goal Setting Process: Step-by-Step
7. Creating Accessible, Inclusive Goal-Setting Experiences
8. Topic 6 Chapter 4 Review Questions
9. Topic 6 Chapter 4 Open-Ended Question
1. Kits and Bags
2. Key Elements of Effective Take-Home Activity Kits
3. Home Literacy Bags
4. Types of Take-Home Kits
5. Making Kits/Bags Inclusive and Accessible
6. Topic 6 Chapter 5 Review Questions
7. Topic 6 Chapter 5 Open-Ended Question
1. Hosting Inclusive Family Events and Volunteering
2. Family Literacy Night
3. Cultural Celebrations
4. Classroom Potlucks
5. Career Sharing
6. Making Events Meaningful
7. Volunteering as Family
8. Volunteering Outside the Classroom
9. Flexible Scheduling
10. Virtual Meetings and Conferences
11. Hybrid Volunteering
12. Topic 6 Chapter 6 Review Questions
13. Topic 6 Chapter 6 Open-Ended Question
1. Barriers to Family Participation
2. Challenges with Time
3. Challenges with Transportation
4. Challenges with Language
5. Challenges with Housing Insecurity
6. Building Trust with "Hard-to-Reach" Families
7. Strategies to Build Trust
8. More Strategies to Build Trust
9. Topic 6 Chapter 7 Review Questions
10. Topic 6 Chapter 7 Open-Ended Question
1. End of Topic 6 Reflection
2. Topic 6 Completion
3. Topic 6 Quiz
1. Independent Assignment - Learning Log
2. Topic 7 Pre-Assessment
1. The Right Attitude Starts with You
2. Adjust Your Mindset
3. Make Gratitude a Habit
4. Accentuating the Positive
5. Grateful Five
6. Cultivating Mindfulness in Education
7. Mindfulness Meditation
8. Topic 7 Chapter 1 Review Questions
1. Understanding Stress
2. Child Care Staff Burnout
3. Burnout
4. Creating a Stress-Reducing Lifestyle
5. Eating Properly
6. Get at Least 8 Hours of Sleep
7. Keep Your Body Healthy
8. The Therapeutic Power of Music
9. Topic 7 Chapter 2 Review Questions
1. Relating with Parents: Building Strong Relationships
2. Demonstrate Interest
3. A Solution for Every Problem
4. Consistency is Key
5. Insecurities and Tensions
6. Feelings of Possessiveness are Normal
7. Accommodating Parental Expectations
8. Mitigating Parental Defensiveness
9. Building Strong Partnerships with Parents
10. Topic 7 Chapter 3 Review Questions
11. Topic 7 Chapter 3 Open-Ended Question
1. Defining Communication
2. Effective Communication
3. Benefits of Communication
4. Tips for Effective Communication
5. Barriers to Communication
6. Non-Verbal Communication
7. What Are You Really Saying?
8. 7 Ways to Improve Communication
9. Don’t Take it Personally
10. Important Interactions
11. The Art of Acting Rather Than Reacting
12. The Importance of Active Listening
13. The Art of Effective Listening
14. Topic 7 Chapter 4 Review Questions
1. Overcoming Communication Barriers
2. TA Model
3. The Ego States
4. Parent Ego
5. Parent Mode
6. Adult Ego
7. Adult Mode
8. Child Ego
9. Child Mode
10. Subdivisions of Parent and Child Ego States
11. Transaction Stimulus
12. Conditional and Unconditional Strokes
13. Crossed Transactions
14. Complementary Transactions
15. Communicate with Parents
16. Topic 7 Chapter 5 Review Questions
1. How to Work with Difficult Parents
2. Why are Some Parents Difficult?
3. Want to Vent
4. Chapter 6 Discussion
5. Accountability
6. Resolution
7. Dealing with Generally Unhappy Parents
8. Unhappy Parent
9. Topic 7 Chapter 6 Review Questions
1. Over the Phone and In-Person
2. Listen to the Parent’s Complaint
3. Build Rapport
4. Do Not Respond with Negative
5. Offer a Verbal Solution
6. Aside from Words
7. Topic 7 Chapter 7 Review Questions
1. Sensitivity in Dealing with Parents
2. Parents Who are Angry
3. Parents who Cannot be Satisfied
4. Parents who are Rude
5. Different Cultural Values
6. Solution Not Possible
7. Topic 7 Chapter 8 Review Questions
1. Dealing with a Difficult Parent Scenarios
2. Difficult Parent Scenario 2
3. Difficult Parent Scenario 3
4. Difficult Parent Scenario 4
1. Independent Action Plan
2. Topic 7 Completion
3. Topic 7 Quiz
1. Topic 8 Pre-Assessment
1. Defining the Terms
2. Why Equity Matters at Work
3. Real-Life Workplace Examples
4. Equality vs Equity
5. Key Takeaways
6. Topic 8 Chapter 1 Review Questions
7. Topic 8 Chapter 1 Open-Ended Question
1. What Inequity Really Looks Like at Work
2. The Problem with ‘Neutral’ Policies
3. Hidden Inequities in Everyday Practices
4. Who Pays the Price for Inequity?
5. Case Study Scenario: The Hidden Costs of Workplace Inequity
6. Why Recognition is a Radical Act
7. Topic 8 Chapter 2 Review Questions
8. Topic 8 Chapter 2 Open-Ended Question
1. Privilege Isn’t About Guilt—It’s About Awareness
2. Everyday Bias: The Decisions We Don’t Realize We’re Making
3. What is Unconscious Bias?
4. The Systems Behind the Scenes: What Makes Barriers “Systemic”
5. “Professionalism” and Cultural Norms
6. Moving from Awareness to Accountability
7. Topic 8 Chapter 3 Review Questions
8. Topic 8 Chapter 3 Open-Ended Question
1. Advocacy Isn’t Loud... It’s Intentional
2. The Art of Self-Advocacy
3. Allyship Is a Verb, Not a Label
4. Scripts for Speaking Up
5. Everyday Advocacy Changes Culture
6. Topic 8 Chapter 4 Review Questions
7. Topic 8 Chapter 4 Discussion
1. Equity Is a Daily Practice, Not a DEI Project
2. Making Meetings More Equitable
3. Equity in Hiring Starts Long Before the Interview
4. Clear, Inclusive Communication Reaches Everyone
5. Holding Ourselves Accountable for Equity
6. Topic 8 Chapter 5 Review Questions
1. End of Topic 8 Reflection
2. Topic 8 Completion
3. Topic 8 Quiz
1. Topic 9 Pre-Assessment
1. Foundations of Inclusive Practice
2. Fairness Isn’t Sameness
3. An Equity Inventory of Your Learning Environment
4. How Identity Formation Begins in the Early Years
5. Topic 9 Chapter 1 Review Questions
6. Topic 9 Chapter 1 Open-Ended Question
1. Environment as a Mirror and a Window
2. Honoring the Whole Child Through Flexible Environments
3. Books and Storytelling Materials
4. Art, Photos, and Visual Displays
5. Toys and Dolls with Inclusive Features
6. Topic 9 Chapter 2 Review Questions
7. Topic 9 Chapter 2 Open-Ended Question
1. Sensory and Language Materials for All Communicators
2. Educational Foundations of Inclusive Sensory Learning
3. Inclusive Sensory Activity Prompts
4. Topic 9 Chapter 3 Review Questions
5. Topic 9 Chapter 3 Open-Ended Question
1. Building Respect Through Words and Voice
2. Reflecting Identity Through Participation and Presence
3. Responding to Children’s Curiosity Around Difference
4. Topic 9 Chapter 4 Review Questions
1. Inclusion as a Daily Practice
2. Trauma-Informed and Neurodiversity-Affirming Approaches
3. Neurodiversity-Affirming Practice
4. Sustaining an Inclusive Culture Beyond the Classroom
5. Assessing Progress Through the Lens of Equity and Joy
6. Topic 9 Chapter 5 Review Questions
1. Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
2. End of Topic Summary
3. Handout
1. End of Topic 9 Reflection
2. Topic 9 Completion
3. Topic 9 Quiz
1. Topic 10 Pre-Assessment
1. Accountability in the Workplace
2. What is Accountability?
3. The Importance of Accountability in Early Childhood Education
4. Define and Understand the Term Accountability
5. The Power of Personal Accountability
6. Check-Yourself - Personal Accountability
7. The Concept of Being Held Accountable
8. Accountability vs Responsibility: What's the Difference?
9. Creating a Culture of Accountability
10. The Power of Accountability in Business
11. Topic 10 Chapter 1 Review Questions
1. A Preschool Teacher's Story
2. Influencing Others through Observational Learning
3. Accountability Ladder
4. The Importance of Accountability
5. The Power of Front-Loading Accountability
6. Culture of Accountability
7. The Power of Teamwork
8. The Cycle of Accountability
9. Topic 10 Chapter 2 Review Questions
1. The 5 C's of Success
2. Common Purpose
3. Clarification
4. Communication
5. Let’s Be Clear
6. Collaboration
7. Consequences
8. Topic 10 Chapter 3 Review Questions
1. Building Ownership
2. Ownership vs. Accountability
3. Developing an Ownership Mentality
4. Fostering a Culture of Ownership
5. The Detrimental Effects of Micromanaging
6. Sharing Your Vision
7. Topic 10 Chapter 4 Review Questions
1. The Power of Accountable Leadership
2. Effective Leadership
3. My Leadership Skills
4. Collective Accountability
5. The Role of the Manager
6. Establishing Clear Expectations and Obligations
7. Strengthening Leadership Accountability
8. Topic 10 Chapter 5 Review Questions
1. The Power of Goal-Setting
2. Setting SMART Goals
3. Shared Accountability
4. Unlocking Your Purpose
5. Understanding Goal Lengths
6. Remaining Loyal to Your Goals
7. Topic 10 Chapter 6 Review Questions
1. Feedback as a Tool
2. Positivity in the Workplace
3. The Importance of Timely Feedback
4. The Art of Giving Feedback
5. Receiving Feedback
6. A Reflection of Growth and Improvement
7. Topic 10 Chapter 7 Review Questions
1. What is Delegation?
2. Effective Delegation
3. How to Delegate
4. Asking for Help and Delegating Tasks
5. To Delegate, or Not to Delegate?
6. Whom to Delegate To
7. The Pitfalls of Dismissing Delegation
8. Topic 10 Chapter 8 Review Questions
1. Barriers to Accountability
2. Effective Communication
3. Failing to Meet Expectations
4. Self-Confidence
5. Alignment in the Workplace
6. Overcoming Obstacles in the Workplace
7. Topic 10 Chapter 9 Review Questions
1. Accountability in Early Care and Education Programs
2. Personal Accountability
3. Building Trust and Integrity
4. Trust
5. Employee Engagement
6. The Ripple Effect of Accountability
7. Devotion to Expectations and Obligations
8. Considering My Role
9. Topic 10 Chapter 10 Review Questions
1. Topic 10 Completion
2. Topic 10 Quiz
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About this course

$75.00
24 Clock Hours
Alabama
Admin & Leadership

Getting Started

Topic 1: Intentional Teaching in Early Childhood Education

Topic 1 Chapter 1

Topic 1 Chapter 2

Topic 1 Chapter 3

Topic 1 Chapter 4

Topic 1 Chapter 5

Topic 1 Chapter 6

Topic 1 Chapter 7

Topic 1 Wrapping It Up

Topic 2: Trauma-Informed Practices

Topic 2 Chapter 1

Topic 2 Chapter 2

Topic 2 Chapter 3

Topic 2 Chapter 4

Topic 2 Wrapping It Up

Topic 3: A New Lens for Early Education

Topic 3 Chapter 1

Topic 3 Chapter 2

Topic 3 Chapter 3

Topic 3 Chapter 4

Topic 3 Wrapping It Up

Topic 4: Reflective Practice for Responsive Care

Topic 4 Chapter 1

Topic 4 Chapter 2

Topic 4 Chapter 3

Topic 4 Chapter 4

Topic 4 Chapter 5

Topic 4 Wrapping It Up

Topic 5: Director Focus

Topic 5 Chapter 1

Topic 5 Chapter 2

Topic 5 Chapter 3

Topic 5 Chapter 4

Topic 5 Chapter 5

Topic 5 Wrapping It Up

Topic 6: Effective Family Involvement Strategies

Topic 6 Chapter 1

Topic 6 Chapter 2

Topic 6 Chapter 3

Topic 6 Chapter 4

Topic 6 Chapter 5

Topic 6 Chapter 6

Topic 6 Chapter 7

Topic 6 Wrapping It Up

Topic 7: Confidently Manage Challenging Parent Interactions

Topic 7 Chapter 1

Topic 7 Chapter 2

Topic 7 Chapter 3

Topic 7 Chapter 4

Topic 7 Chapter 5

Topic 7 Chapter 6

Topic 7 Chapter 7

Topic 7 Chapter 8

Topic 7 Chapter 9

Topic 7 Wrapping It Up

Topic 8: Advancing Inclusion Through Equitable and Equal Workplace Practices

Topic 8 Chapter 1

Topic 8 Chapter 2

Topic 8 Chapter 3

Topic 8 Chapter 4

Topic 8 Chapter 5

Topic 8 Wrapping It Up

Topic 9: Inclusivity and Diversity in Child Care

Topic 9 Chapter 1

Topic 9 Chapter 2

Topic 9 Chapter 3

Topic 9 Chapter 4

Topic 9 Chapter 5

Topic 9 Chapter 6

Topic 9 Wrapping It Up

Topic 10: Accountability Essentials for Early Care and Education

Topic 10 Chapter 1

Topic 10 Chapter 2

Topic 10 Chapter 3

Topic 10 Chapter 4

Topic 10 Chapter 5

Topic 10 Chapter 6

Topic 10 Chapter 7

Topic 10 Chapter 8