What happens If I do not finish a course before the launch of the new eLearning Portal? – Institute of Child Nutrition
What happens If I do not finish a course before the launch of the new eLearning Portal?
You will have until Wednesday, June 7, to finish the course you are taking in the current system.
Also, if the course you were taking is in Phase 1, you will have access to restart it in the new eLearning Portal. If you don’t see what you are looking for, you can view the Phase 2 courses which will be added after the rollout of the new system is complete.
For more FAQ’s or if you want to submit a question please visit our FAQ page.
Team Up for Creative Ways to Boost Flavor with Less Sodium! – Institute of Child Nutrition
Team Up for Creative Ways to Boost Flavor with Less Sodium!
Join us Thursday, May 25, 2017 at 2:00 pm CST / 3:00 pm EST for May’s webinar – Team Up for Creative Ways to Boost Flavor with Less sodium!
Training Topic: Menu Planning – 1100
Learn how the Union Public Schools in Tulsa, Oklahoma and the Monterey Peninsula Unified School District in Monterey, California are using innovative strategies to boost the flavor of school meals with less sodium. Presenters will share their efforts with procurement, menu planning, student acceptance, and staff professional development related to creating heart- friendly school meals. USDA Food and Nutrition Service staff will also share the latest on the Agency’s sodium reduction initiatives in school meals. There may be strategies and ideas you can glean from their efforts.
Presenters:
Lisa Griffin, RD, LD
Director of Child Nutrition
Union Public Schools
Tulsa, Oklahoma
Callie Fowler
District Executive Chef, Union Public Schools
Micha James, MS
Nutrition Services Director
Monterey Peninsula USD
Monterey, California
Erika Pijai, MS, RD
Senior Nutritionist/Senior Technical Advisor
USDA Food and Nutrition Service
You don’t want to miss this webinar – sign up now!
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. If you are unable to attend the LIVE webinar, there will be a recording of the webinar available on our website 24-48 hours after the live webinar. The recording will be located on the ICN website—click here: www.theicn.org/teamup
Why has the ICN decided to move to a new eLearning Portal? – Institute of Child Nutrition
ICN is making the move to a new system to stay abreast of the current technology. The new eLearning Portal will offer the following new features:
Fresh New Look
The new eLearning Portal will provide a more modern look that is easy on the eyes.
Easy Navigation
The new eLearning Portal will provide an intuitive and easy to use design.
Language Translation
The new eLearning Portal offers Spanish language translation at the system level that can be changed by the user.
Searchable Catalog
The new eLearning Portal has a searchable course catalog that searches keywords in course titles and descriptions. The catalog can also be filtered by Hours of Instruction, Key Areas, and Professional Standards Codes.
Mobile Friendly
The new eLearning Portal incorporates a responsive mobile site and also includes a downloadable app.
Offline Playing and Syncing
Offline playing and syncing means courses are downloadable to be taken when not connected to Wifi. All Course information syncs when the device connects back to Wifi.
Social Media Integration
Social media is integrated into the new eLearning Portal, allowing users to rate and share courses after completion of that course.
Gamification
Gamification is integrated into the new eLearning Portal awarding users for completing courses or a number of courses. A leaderboard encourages friendly competition among users.
External Training and Certificates
The new eLearning Portal will provide an option for users to import external training and certificates into their profile allowing users to keep all training in one location.
Notifications
The new eLearning Portal has the ability to send out notifications to users about new offerings, reminders, and more.
For more FAQ’s about our new eLearning Portal or to ask one yourself follow this link! https://theicn.org/elearning/
National Make Lunch Count Day – Institute of Child Nutrition
Happy National Make Lunch Count Day! Lunch is an important meal because it not only nourishes the body but the brain as well. Eating lunch reduces stress by providing a break from the activities of the day and gives energy for the afternoon.
Get in all you’re MyPlate servings: Focus on making healthy food and beverage choices from all five food groups: fruits, vegetables, grains, protein foods, and dairy to get the nutrients you need.
Take it outside: Being outside refreshes our attention spans so that we can continue to have the physical and mental energy to complete the day!
Try something new: It is always fun to explore new recipes and discover healthy combinations. You never know, you might just find a new favorite lunch dish!
Share with a friend: What better way to enjoy lunch than with the good company of a friend! This is also a great way to try something new by trying each others lunch or even switching lunches completely.
Education and Training Specialist with the Institute of Child Nutrition – Institute of Child Nutrition
The University of Mississippi’s Institute of Child Nutrition (ICN) seeks an Education and Training Specialist I.
This is a professional position in which the incumbent develops, implements, and evaluates ICN educational curricula and training program materials for face-to-face and web-based delivery. The incumbent manages multiple projects according to ICN grants and cooperative agreement statements of work, utilizing knowledge of nutrition education practices, federal nutrition programs, adult education, and instructional design. Position reports to the Associate Director of Cooperative Agreements.
Essential Functions of the person in this position include, but are not limited to, the following.
1. Develops, implements, and evaluates academic courses and training program materials.
2. Manages multiple projects according to grants and cooperative agreement statements of work.
3. Conducts presentations, seminars and workshops for personnel.
4. Reviews and edits the work of consultants and other education and training specialists.
5. Serves as a professional resource for staff regarding educational curriculum, materials, and instructional design.
A Master’s Degree from an accredited four-year college or university in a related field and three (3) years of experience related to the above described duties are required.
Background Check Statement:
The University of Mississippi is committed to providing a safe campus community. UM conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.
For more information and to apply, follow this link https://jobs.olemiss.edu/postings/11401 or visit https://jobs.olemiss.edu. Only applicants who apply online will be considered. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until an adequate applicant pool is established. The University of Mississippi is an EOE/AA/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/Title VI/Title IX /504/ADA/ADEA employer.
Photo Gallery: ICN National Advisory Council Meeting, Oct. 4, 2016 – Institute of Child Nutrition
The Institute of Child Nutrition National Advisory Council meeting commenced Tuesday morning with a welcome from University of Mississippi Chancellor Jeffrey Vitter and School of Applied Sciences Dean Velmer Burton. (more…)