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WEBINARS
WEBINARS
You can participate in our webinars from anywhere in Australia. All you need is a computer or mobile device with
a reliable internet connection. This year we are offering a series of “short stop” webinars for educators and a series
especially designed for cooks.
SHORT STOP WEBINARS
These series of webinars are an opportunity to stop and take a brief time out from the day to reflect on some of
the fundamentals of your practice. They include 2 series – “pedagogy and practice” and “developing supportive
relationships with children”. All webinars are suitable for new educators and for experienced teachers and educators
wanting a space to reflect and refresh.
SERIES 1 - PEDAGOGY AND PRACTICE
Cost per webinar: $40
Cost for the series: $100
Part 1 - Making sense of the planning cycle
Standard 1.3 of the National Quality Standard requires educators to have a planned and reflective approach
to developing the program for children. This webinar re-explores the cycle of planning and emphasises the
interrelationship between each part of the cycle. In particular, it highlights the role of documentation in supporting
the process.
4.30pm – 5.00pm
Wednesday 9 May
Part 2 - Back to basics - Writing Observations
This webinar goes back to basics and provides tips for writing meaningful and interesting observations. The presenter
will explore the why and what of observation writing, language, style and tools to support the process. It will also
show the link between observations and knowing children at a deeper level.
4.30pm – 5.00pm
Wednesday 29 August
Part 3 - Planning experiences and encounters with children
The EYLF states that we must be deliberate, thoughtful and purposeful in our actions and that we promote learning
through worthwhile and challenging experiences. This webinar explores the what and why of planning meaningful
experiences for children.
4.30pm – 5.00pm
Wednesday 24 October
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