Parents’ perceptions, expectations, adjustments and experiences as a child transitions to school with Grant Webb

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 […]

Age Appropriate Pedagogies: Theory into Action

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 […]

Traffic Lights Framework – Understanding Healthy Sexual Development and Protecting Children from Harm

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 […]

Building executive functioning through musical experiences

OUTLINE Age Range applicable: Kindy & PrepOutline: Executive functioning relies on neurological processes that support children to engage in high level thinking skills. These processes include: working memory, inhibitory control, flexible thinking. Development of these cognitive processes supports children to be motivated and engaged in learning tasks and work towards becoming self regulated learners. This […]

Igniting STEM Learning through Nature Education

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 […]

ECTA Early Childhood Conference Expression of Interest to Present CLOSED

Expressions of Interest Expressions of interest are Now Open for presentations at the 45th ECTA Early Childhood Conference to be held on the 27th June 2020. Submissions Presentations on all topics relevant to Early Childhood professionals working with children from birth to eight years of age are welcomes.  Submissions close on 18th October 2019.  Submission to […]

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Mackay Regional Group

Harrup Park, Coffee Lounge 89 Juliet St, Mackay, Qld, Australia

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 […]

The Four Foundation Senses of Early Childhood

Noosa Pengari Steiner School, Sunshine Coast 86 Nyelle Road, Doonan, Queensland, Australia

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 […]