**NEW** WALKER LEARNING PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT - 2 DAY INTENSIVE
(Preschool-Yr 2) Early Bird Discount: Use code 2DAYNSW Are you wanting
to implement a play-based learning pedagogy and don’t know where to
start? This 2-day intensive kick starts your Walker Learning journey.
Complete 10 hours (excluding breaks) of PD to put towards your Walker
Learning Accreditation. To complete your Accreditation, all you would
need to do is attend a study tour, or to have previously been to a
study tour and then contact us to arrange mentoring. We have strictly
limited numbers for this event, so please book early to avoid
disappointment. Day 1: Play Matters (NESA Approved): In this session
will discuss the importance of child-initiated and self-directed play
experiences, and how educators can optimise young children’s
learning through a play-based pedagogy. We will: Explore the theory of
play and why play is fundamental for education in the early primary
years Discuss the latest breakthroughs in neuroscience and how this
impacts our understanding of young children’s development Discover
innovative ways to add value to the teaching of literacy, numeracy,
STEM and life skills Provide strategies for children to explore
learning through Investigations which link to intentional teaching of
all curricular areas This session also includes a copy of the educator
textbook, Play Matters by Kathy Walker. Walker Learning Overview
(Preschool to Year 2) This session is an introductory presentation for
primary teachers and leaders wanting to optimise children’s learning
through a play-based pedagogy. It explores key elements of Walker
Learning in the early years of school (ages 5 - 8) including: The
research and philosophy of Walker Learning How to set up inspiring
learning environments The explicit teaching and linking to the
framework The investigation session How to authentically link literacy
and numeracy into investigations Implementation strategies for teams
and schools Introduction to Walker Learning documentation which links
to the existing curriculum framework Included is video footage and
photos of key elements of the Play-Based Learning pedagogy in K to
Year 2, from classrooms across Australia. Day 2 Creating Engaging &
Intentional Learning Environments How do we create engaging and
meaningful environments that promote and sustain children’s learning
through play? This session explores the importance of creating spaces
that nurture and inspire whilst facilitating learning. In this session
we will explore: The key elements of quality learning environments
indoors and outdoors Considerations for design, set up, materials and
equipment The importance of open-ended learning spaces Supporting
children to resource their own learning Planning for ongoing
modifications of Intentional teaching. You will also see examples of
how to add and use everyday materials within a realistic budget to
assist children in their learning, engagement, and exploration both
indoors and outdoors. This is the session for those educators who want
to offer inviting, collaborative and engaging environments as part of
Investigations and Walker Learning. Walker Learning Planning &
Documentation (Preschool to Year 2) An informative PD session for
educators who are implementing Walker Learning and want a deeper
understanding of Walker Learning documentation to streamline planning.
This is the next level for teachers and leaders who have attended a
Study Tour or Walker Learning Overview. In this session, we review
Walker Learning documentation that enhances and streamlines planning,
observations, assessment, and reporting, including: planning templates
(statement of intent) daily/weekly record sheets individual
observation records The session focuses on the variety of ways
curriculum areas can be strengthened and deepened during
investigations and formal teaching. This PD session reviews the
documentation, planning, and reporting that doesn’t take away your
weekend or interrupt your interactions with the class. This session is
suitable for all teachers new to or implementing Walker Learning
Play-Based Learning in schools from F to Year 2. Australian
Professional Teaching Standards 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.5, 2.1, 2.5, 3.1,
3.2, 3.4, 3.6, 3.7, 4.1, 4.2, 5.4, 6.2, 6.3, 6.4, 7.3 Ideally suited
for educators who are new to or early in their Walker Learning journey
and working with children from 3 to 8 years. Lunch and Morning Tea
provided Start & Finish times: 9.00 am to 4.00pm
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