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ARTS IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION
ART AROUND
2 hours
NQS Areas: 1, 3,
5, 6
Art Around was a pilot study that investigated the enhancement of staff’s personal art
knowledge, experience and skill. The study aimed to help professionals translate their new
found confidence and knowledge into the provision of a quality visual arts program for young
children. The Art Around workshop draws on the outcomes of this study, as well as current
research and examples from Reggio Emilia to provide participants with:
Ideas and practical examples of resourcing creative spaces, including exploring use of
space and the selection of appropriate materials
Supporting learning and development in the studio
An understanding of children’s many visual languages, including drawing on the notion
of the concept of ‘100 Languages’
Beginning to identify their own personal points of creative expression, allowing for
participants to begin to identify creative ‘languages’ within their setting and their team
Completing Art Around will contribute 2 hours of registered PD addressing 2.1.2 from the
Australian Professional Standards for Teachers towards maintaining Proficient Teacher
Accreditation in NSW
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