Nasco is now able to offer webinars provided by the American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences to everyone. You can participate in upcoming live webinars or access archived webinars at any time or location you would like and include either version on your facility purchase order. Each webinar is 90 minutes long and approved for 1.5 PDUs. The upcoming live webinars cover timely issues (plus, relevant programs will be added all year). Once the live webinars have taken place, they will be moved to the archived webinar listing and you can purchase them to view at a time and location of your choosing. All webinars, both live and archived, are listed below. The cost for each webinar is $50. When you order, make sure you include your full name, e-mail address, and phone number so you can get the information you need to participate. To ensure proper processing for both live and archived webinars, you must place your order a minimum of one week in advance from the time you wish to view it. Once a live webinar has been broadcast, it will be added to the archives and can be purchased and viewed later.
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Whether you are just entering the work force or considering starting your own company, basic business etiquette is a must. Learn appropriate business behavior from a successful entrepreneur who will guide you through sticky situations, social media etiquette, networking, working with different personality types, and how to build and maintain relationships. 90 minutes. Approved for 1.5 PDUs.
Presented by Luann Alemao, founder of Luann Alemao and Associates, LLC, 21 years ago; former FCS teacher; recipient of the AAFCS 2009 Entrepreneur of the Year Award.
Z46568H — $50.00
Birth Defects: An Ounce of Prevention, 2-Part Program
Many young adults never learn preventative factors of birth defects or the role genetics plays in birth outcomes. This 2-part session showcases a well-received, versatile curriculum, created especially for FCS teachers. Take one part only…or both. Each individual part is 90 minutes and approved for 1.5 PDUs.
Presented by Brenda Bell, Human Development Specialist, University of Missouri Extension, former FCS teacher; and Lori Williamson Dean, CGC, LGC, Interim Chair and Assistant Professor, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences.
2-Part Program. $AVE when you order both webinars!
Z46576H — $80.00
Part 1 Only. A human development specialist and a genetics counselor present an overview of the entire curriculum.
Z46573H — $50.00
Part 2 Only. Presents a sample lesson focusing on alcohol and tobacco.
Z46575H — $50.00
The part of the brain needed for decision-making is the last area to be developed in teens. Learn new techniques to jump-start brain development and enhance critical thinking skills. 90 minutes. Approved for 1.5 PDUs.
Presented by Jacquelyn Gamino, PhD, Cognitive Scientist at Center for BrainHealth, UT-Dallas.
Z46518H — $50.00
New research related to the importance of male involvement in the lives of young children and how to encourage this involvement both personally and professionally. 90 minutes. Approved for 1.5 PDUs.
Presented by Dr. Mikki Meadows, Professor, Eastern Illinois University.
Z46519H — $50.00
Many employees in both public and private sector jobs are finding out that previously promised employee benefits are being reduced or eliminated. Salaries may be frozen or pay increases may be minimal. While disheartening, it need not be devastating to your family finances, or your mental health. Learn 10 strategies for taking the bull by the horns and gaining control over your future. 90 minutes. Approved for 1.5 PDUs.
Presented by Barbara O’Neill, PhD, CFP®, CFCS, Extension Specialist in Financial Resource Management for Rutgers Cooperative Extension.
Z46566H — $50.00
Want to learn what stocks are right for you and how to get started as an individual investor? Check out this webinar to learn about financial vocabulary, the magic of compounding, and how to read financial reports. 90 minutes. Approved for 1.5 PDUs.
Presented by Joanne Seymour Kuster, Consultant and Officer and Board Member for Iowa Jump$tart.
Z46520H — $50.00
Childhood obesity, youth violence, irresponsible sexuality, and the erosion of creative play are all linked to the amount of marketing children are exposed to. Participants will take a look at the size of this issue and explore avenues for positive change. 90 minutes. Approved for 1.5 PDUs.
Presented by Susan Linn, Psychologist and Expert on the Impact of Media and Marketing on Children.
Z46521H — $50.00
Discover how you can help empower others to overcome obstacles and take action in dealing with personal finances and overall health. 90 minutes. Approved for 1.5 PDUs.
Presented by Dr. Barbara O'Neill, Financial Resource Management, Rutgers Cooperative Extension.
Z46522H — $50.00
If you have an employer-provided retirement plan, IRA, Roth IRA, or want to start investing via mutual funds, don’t miss this one! 90 minutes. Approved for 1.5 PDUs.
Presented by Robin L. Kuleck, CFCS, MSEd, CFP®, and Cathy F. Bowen, PhD, CFCS.
Z46523H — $50.00
Money is one of the biggest reasons for divorce, stress, and family conflict. Attend this archived webinar to learn dozens of effective strategies for improving money management skills. 90 minutes. Approved for 1.5 PDUs.
Presented by Dr. Linda Simpson, Professor, Eastern Illinois University.
Z46524H — $50.00
Your students have heard many of the basic science concepts before, but did they really get it? Food is a perfect springboard for introducing a full menu of inquiry-based science concepts, plus technology and math lessons. 90 minutes. Approved for 1.5 PDUs.
Presented by Alice Mullis, Educator and FCCLA Advisor.
Z46525H — $50.00
Nutrition and hydration advice for active adults, athletes, and teens comes from many sources and the number of quick-fix products on the market seems to be growing by leaps and bounds. Consumers are confused. Hear what the latest science tells us about how to achieve peak performance in a healthy way. 90 minutes. Approved for 1.5 PDUs.
Presented by Artis Grady, RD, CFCS-HNFS, Associate Professor of Sports Nutrition at Southern Utah University and researcher on hydration; and Jaimette A. McCulley, RD, LD, Dietetics and Sports Nutrition at Fontbonne University.
Z46565H — $50.00
MyPlate is in. MyPyramid is out. Get up to speed fast on the latest USDA initiative and learn specific strategies for teaching MyPlate concepts in any setting! 90 minutes. Approved for 1.5 PDUs.
Presented by Joanne Kinsey, CFCS, Extension Educator and FCS Teacher for 25 Years.
Z46526H — $50.00
Learn techniques to gain awareness of eating patterns and effective common-sense methods for reducing intake. 90 minutes. Approved for 1.5 PDUs.
Presented by Dr. Jim Painter, Chair of the School of FCS, Eastern Illinois University.
Z46527H — $50.00
Before you teach another class on health, nutrition, wellness, or related topics, it is vitally important that you update your own knowledge with the latest information. 90 minutes. Approved for 1.5 PDUs.
Presented by Dr. Jim Painter, Chair of the School of FCS, Eastern Illinois University.
Z46528H — $50.00
Using a blend of data, science, and practical applications, we will review the connections between the foods we eat and cancer, suggest foods that are important in cancer prevention, discuss those linked to cancer, and understand the role of alcohol. 90 minutes. Approved for 1.5 PDUs.
Presented by Jill Weisenberger, RD and Diabetes Educator.
Z46529H — $50.00
Your memory is only as good as the information that your brain takes in. If you don’t learn it to begin with, you will never remember it. This webinar will show you numerous strategies for processing new information and then accessing it on demand. In fact, you will be able to remember like never before. 90 minutes. Approved for 1.5 PDUs.
Presented by Andrew Crocker, Gerontology and Health, AgriLife Extension Service, Texas A&M.
Z46530H — $50.00
Anyone can find themselves in a caregiving role, whether sudden or planned. Regardless of your age or whether you fit all the demographics of The Sandwich Generation, Baby Boomers, or other defined segments of the population, it is very likely that you will find yourself in a caregiving role one day. The need for caregiver training and assistance for individuals, families, and communities has never been greater. 90 minutes. Approved for 1.5 PDUs.
Presented by Andrew Crocker, Gerontology and Health, AgriLife Extension Service, Texas A&M.
Z46531H — $50.00
By 2014, all provisions of the Affordable Care Act are to be implemented. This is a unique opportunity to position our profession at the forefront of this historic legislation that inextricably links health and financial literacy. 90 minutes. Approved for 1.5 PDUs.
Presented by Bonnie Braun, PhD, Family Policy Specialist, University of Maryland Extension, and Lynn Quincy, Senior Health Policy Analyst, Consumers Union.
Z46532H — $50.00
We live in an increasingly diverse society. But in the context of today’s demographics, diversity is about more than race. How do we manage these differences in our day-to-day lives, our jobs, and our schools? 90 minutes. Approved for 1.5 PDUs.
Presented by Edward Retta, Consultant.
Z46533H — $50.00
Despite our best efforts in family life programs, about 50% of marriages fail. Research has found that couples who participate in premarital and marital education experience less marital stress and divorce. 90 minutes. Approved for 1.5 PDUs.
Presented by Dr. James Marshall and Dr. Wallace Goddard, Cooperative Extension Service, University of Arkansas.
Z46534H — $50.00
Loyalty is a real, cognitive emotion that has been evolving over time. By understanding the biological nature of loyalty, anyone can change their own behavior and create relationships that last a lifetime. 90 minutes. Approved for 1.5 PDUs.
Presented by James Kane, Professional Consultant and Author.
Z46535H — $50.00
Web 2.0 technologies offer students fresh and engaging approaches to demonstrating their mastery of competencies. In step-by-step fashion, you will learn how to implement three new tools with wide application for FCS content, and you will hear about nine others you can explore. 90 minutes. Approved for 1.5 PDUs.
Presented by Tracey Newman, experienced secondary educator who uses technology in curriculum design on a regular basis.
Z46574H — $50.00
There is compelling evidence that service-learning is an effective strategy for improving academic learning. But how can teachers set up rewarding and meaningful community partnerships? A service-learning expert will provide guidelines for ensuring a successful program that will lead to a deeper understanding of course material. You will emerge with new ideas, timesaving steps, and a passion for this unique way to connect theory and practice. 90 minutes. Approved for 1.5 PDUs.
Presented by Heather Von Bank, PhD, Assistant Professor in the Department of Family Consumer Science and on the Service-Learning Advisory Board, Minnesota State University-Mankato.
Z46572H — $50.00
Driven by economics and parental pressure, inclusion has become a preferred method of providing education to students with developmental disabilities. Many educators have not received the specific training needed to meet the learning needs of this population. Learn about the most common disabilities, the role of nutrition, how to adapt lessons, how to use assisted technology, and much more. Watch your students tune-in and demonstrate their learning as you practice your new skills! 90 minutes. Approved for 1.5 PDUs.
Presented by Michelle F. Brill, MPH, Family & Community Health Sciences Educator with Rutgers Cooperative Extension, 9 years teaching experience in a school exclusively for students with developmental disabilities.
Z46570H — $50.00
Students don’t like it. Very few teachers are well trained in it. Employers say that new hires don’t know how to work in groups or teams. Dr. Anstrom decided to find out why group work is not working. In the course of her research, she identified the key reasons and discovered a little known model that works…one that preceded Tuckman and goes well beyond his four phases. Learn about this hidden gem and how it is producing amazing results. 90 minutes. Approved for 1.5 PDUs.
Presented by Catherine Anstrom, PhD, RD, LD, Certified Food Safety Instructor, Certified Teacher for the State of Illinois, and on the faculty of Olivet Nazarene University with more than 30 years experience, including several years of research on group work.
Z46567H — $50.00
Online learning is experiencing explosive growth in colleges, high school, even middle school. This specialized training webinar was developed specifically for FCS professionals in all settings. 90 minutes. Approved for 1.5 PDUs.
Presented by Dr. Ruth Neustifter, Amridge University.
Z46536H — $50.00
The reality of the first few years as a new teacher can often be a challenging undertaking. This webinar discusses classroom management tips, instructional strategies and steps to being a successful employee. 90 minutes. Approved for 1.5 PDUs.
Presented by Sarah Lonetti, FCS Educator at Indiana High School; Lindsey Shirley, FCS Educator at Utah State University; and Helen Fuqua, FCS State Administrator,Virginia Department of Education.
Z46537H — $50.00
Learn from an FCS professional how to evaluate the credibility of websites, how to find the right apps for your use, and discover dozens of new tools — most of them free — to enliven your classroom or presentation. 90 minutes. Approved for 1.5 PDUs.
Presented by Heather Blount, Curriculum Specialist, Texas Tech University.
Z46538H — $50.00
Facebook…Blogs…LinkedIn…Twitter. Learn the ropes of social media from an expert trainer and FCS professional. 90 minutes. Approved for 1.5 PDUs.
Presented by Joanne Kinsey, Extension Educator, Rutgers Cooperative Extension.
Z46539H — $50.00
It is easy to incorporate movies into your instructional presentation or lesson plan! See actual classroom-tested examples and learn everything you need to know to get started right away. 90 minutes. Approved for 1.5 PDUs.
Presented by Tina Shank, Secondary Educator.
Z46540H — $50.00
Sustainability is the biggest issue facing the textile and apparel supply chain since the industrial revolution. This webinar is packed with tips on purchasing and laundering clothes as well as how to care for and dispose of them…and save money, too! 90 minutes. Approved for 1.5 PDUs.
Presented by Kaye Crippen, PhD, Former Research Chemist at DuPont, University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff.
Z46541H — $50.00
Public and private advocacy skills can mean the difference between getting the funding or services you need or NOT getting them. Developing friends and champions is critical in our ever changing political and policy world. Learn how to break through the “noise” and communicate more effectively with decision makers at all levels. 90 minutes. Approved for 1.5 PDUs.
Presented by Sharon Hoelscher Day, CFCS, Area Extension Agent, Family and Consumer Sciences, University of Arizona Cooperative Extension.
Z46571H — $50.00
There are dozens of components to conducting field research that most of us never learn about in class. What should you do prior to, during, and after your research to ensure success, avoid mistakes, and save time? This webinar will give you the inside scoop on everything you need to know but never learned! 90 minutes. Approved for 1.5 PDUs.
Presented by Meg Mangan, University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill, 7+ years experience as a research manager in diet assessment, and has conducted a full research study herself.
Z46569H — $50.00
School funding cutbacks are leaving teachers wondering about the future viability of their promised pension and retiree health benefits. Learn more about tax laws, the advantages and disadvantages of early retirement/buyouts, and much more! 90 minutes. Approved for 1.5 PDUs.
Presented by Barbara O’Neill, PhD, Rutgers Cooperative Extension, Specialist in Financial Resource Management.
Z46553H — $50.00
