This presentation will be based on the findings of a recent 'Queensland research project' which aimed to describe and interpret parents' narratives of their experiences as their child transitioned to school. Teaching Standards: AITSL APS for Teachers: 7 | ACECQA NQS: 6, 7 Presenter Grant Webb has undertaken a number of educational roles across a […]
" I believe there is no possibility of existing without relationship. Relationship is a necessity of life." (Loris Malaguzzi) Children are relationship builders and meaning makers from the very first days of life. Their quest to explore, establish connections and make sense of their world is innate. When we understand children as competent learners and […]
OUTLINE Age range applicable: Prep - Grade 2Outline: During the session participants will engage in activities to assist with identifying opportunities for learning, curriculum decision making and how to effectively use the characteristics of 'Age Appropriate Pedagogies' in an early Childhood classroom.AITSL Australian Professional Standards for Teachers: 1,2,3,4,6 | ACECQA NQS: 1.5 PRESENTER Ellen Brewer has […]
OUTLINE The Traffic Lights Framework explores typical and age appropriate sexual behaviours in children, and importantly, also examines sexual behaviours that might signal abuse, risk factors associated with sexual abuse, and protective responses that can be taken to maximise child safety. The presentation walks participants through applying the Traffic Lights Framework by using example sexual […]
OUTLINE Age range taught: Kindy - Prep At Lobethal Kindergarten they have a strong nature pedagogy and a focus on reflective practice. Join the staff as they share their journey from toys to tools, to Nature Play, to Nature Education. The presenters will share how their Bush Kindy Program is inspiring learning dispositions vital to STEM […]
Please join us for coffee and a chat on the Third Monday of Every Month4.30pm-6pm atHarrup Park, Coffee Lounge This Month’s Meeting:Monday 16th September – Coffee Please be prepared to share, laugh and learn as we discuss successes, concerns and challenges we are facing in our profession. Coffee and Chat Dates for 2019 Date Topic […]
ECTA 2020 Members are invited to register now. Not a 2020 ECTA Member? See belowRenew your membership now or join ECTA before registering. OUTLINE Dream, draw, design, make:- From STEM to STEAM in early years’ education. From Leonardo de Vinci to Steve Jobs, problem solving scientists have also been artists. This hands-on interactive workshop explores […]
The Four Foundation Senses of Early ChildhoodChild development and age-appropriate skill expectationMovement, touch, balance and sense of life - the foundation sensesBody consciousness and movement in three dimensions of spaceThe balancing act of physiological and psychological developmentCrossing mid-lines and body control - what to expectDominance - eye, ear, hand and foot. How to checkBasic checklist […]
Earth, Air, Fire and Water ChildrenThe temperaments and implications for teaching, learning and children’s destiniesOverview of the Greek humours and temperamentsHow to observe different temperament behaviourWhy temperaments are so importantTempering the temperaments - How and whyThe temperaments and literacy/numeracy skillsThe temperaments and children's potential for lifeWorking with story telling and the temperamentsHow to create engaging […]
Storytelling and Thematic TeachingHow stories and themes can be the vehicle to teach all that is needed in the early yearsWhy storytelling?Story in its evolutionary contextCreating a storytelling environmentStory and the development of imagination, intuition and inspirationThe wisdom in ancient storiesThematic teaching - lesson samples and ideasFour archetypal elements in stories that enthuse the childrenCreative […]
Australian Politics, NAPLAN and PISAHow testing and league tables can corrupt teaching and learning in the early and primary yearsOverview of Australian Curriculum Assessment and Reporting Authority (ACARA), NAPLAN and PISA standardised testing.Is national testing justified in the light of Finland’s and Steiner perspectives?How Finland achieved the best international PISA results with least face to […]