Program and Practice

Practices in Action: Play Based Learning and Intentionality

APST aligned

The practical examples and interactive elements of the session supported active participation.

Joanne T

 

This session was previously known as 'Bringing the EYLF V2.0 to Life: Play Based Learning and Intentionality in Practice', however the content remains the same.

Are you ready to learn more about what intentionality looks like in play-based learning environments?

How do we engage in children’s play with intentionality, without encroaching on or taking over children’s play?  

The Early Years Learning framework (EYLF) reminds us that “play-based learning with intentionality can expand children’s thinking and enhance their desire to know and to learn, promoting positive dispositions towards learning” (AGDE, 2022, p. 21).                                   

In this 2-hour session we will look closely at intentionality and our role as the intentional educator in play. We will explore practical intentional strategies to bring the child’s play to life to enhance and extend learning.            
 
Participants will have the opportunity to:

  • Explore types of play, what play-based learning is defined as in research literature, and the difference between play-based learning and play.
  • Examine the role of the intentional educator in children’s play-based learning.
  • Develop an understanding of intentional pedagogy and how educators can use intentional strategies to extend learning.

 

Other topics in this series:

Principles in Action: Sustainability  

Practices in Action: Cultural responsiveness

Principles in Action: Critical Reflection and Ongoing Professional Learning

Practices in Action: Assessment and Evaluation for Learning, Development and Wellbeing
Principles in Action: Collaborative Leadership and Teamwork                                        

Principles in Action: Equity, Inclusion and High Expectations


NOTE: Teachers in Victoria, QLD, WA, SA, NT, and Tasmania who complete this course will be provided with a certificate and are able to use this course towards their maintenance of Registration requirements.

2 hour contribution

 APST ALIGNED   NESA RECOGNISED

This course aligns to Standard 2 (Know the content and how to teach it) of the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers. CELA is a NESA recognised PD provider. 

National Quality Standard Areas

Area 1 – Educational Program Practice

Area 3 – Physical environment

Area 5 – Relationships with children

Available Dates

  • Wed, 19 Feb 25
    πŸ•’ 10am - 12pm
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    Date: Wednesday, 19 February 2025
    Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Delivery Method: Webinar
    Venue: Webinar

  • Wed, 23 Apr 25
    πŸ•’ 1pm - 3pm
    Book now

    Date: Wednesday, 23 April 2025
    Time: 1:00pm - 3:00pm
    Delivery Method: Webinar
    Venue: Webinar

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Practices in Action: Cultural responsiveness

Cultural responsiveness is when “educators demonstrate an ongoing commitment to developing their own cultural knowledge...with children, families and communities.” (AGDE, 2022, p.23) 

  • What does cultural responsiveness look like in practice?  
  • How are multiple cultural ways of knowing explored and responded to inβ€―your services?  
  • How will you collaborate with children and families to build a culturally responsive early learning environment? 

Delivery Method:

Webinar

NQS Areas:

1, 5

Early Years Learning FrameworkCultureEYLF V2.0

Available Dates

Mon, 19 May 25
πŸ•’ 1pm - 3pm

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Principles in Action: Equity, Inclusion and High Expectations

  • How can early childhood professionals ensure that their services are inclusive and equitable to all families?  
  • Can children with additional needs from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds engage in the program at the same level as their peers?  


Inclusion, equity and high expectations is a challenging topic for most educators, but there are many ways that we can change our practice to benefit all families and children attending our services! 

This 2-hour-session will explore the concepts of equity, inclusion and high expectations, and help educators to reflect on these concepts and their current practice.

Delivery Method:

Webinar

NQS Areas:

1, 3, 5, 6

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Available Dates

Mon, 7 Apr 25
πŸ•’ 2pm-4pm

Mon, 30 Jun 25
πŸ•’ 10am-12pm

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