By CELA 25 Feb, 2019 Epigenetics evidence for early learning experiences Harvard’s Center on the Developing Child has released an information package including the below infographic explaining the emerging science of epigenetics (not to be confused with eugenics). Read More
By CELA 18 Feb, 2019 Mind the gap (it’s not as wide as you think) You probably learned it in your diploma or degree as an article of faith in research terms, or maybe you’ve read about it since in a journal article or heard it at a conference. The concept is so well accepted that you may even have seen it in newspaper stories or on television news. Read More
By CELA 11 Feb, 2019 Qualifications lead to quality When we talk about quality early childhood education, one of the commonly accepted prerequisites is qualified educators. It’s a pillar of the National Quality Framework and the NQF’s support of higher levels of qualification for all people working with children has had a life-altering effect on many in the sector. Read More
By CELA 11 Feb, 2019 Children and chooks If animals can be a child’s fourth educator, have you thought about a two legged beastie becoming a bestie for children at your service? We’re looking at hens this week, one of the closest living relations of dinosaurs and yet also one of humanity’s longest running domestic animal companions. Amplify editor Bec Lloyd checks out chooks as chums for children in this article. Read More
By CELA 8 Feb, 2019 An 8 step plan to kick your learning goals in 2019 The year ahead is full of promise for improvement. Your diary is still crisp and clean. Your calendar still has potential for meaningful development time for your room, team or organisation. You even have a bit of budget to work with…So why haven’t you set your professional development goals yet? Read More
By CELA 7 Feb, 2019 Megan O’Connell joins CELA as a policy and research consultant We’re delighted to announce that Megan O’Connell, former Director of independent education policy think tank Mitchell Institute, has joined CELA as a policy and research consultant. Read More