We often photograph the beautiful provocations and environments we create for learning. But there is beauty in the traces of learning after deep free-flow play too.
Living Projects
A Living Project is a powerful, engaging, supportive and soul-warming learning opportunity. This project i will fill your cup!
SchemaPlay
The active and creative ways in which children learn and make sense of their world (their schemes) can be nurtured and supported when adults 'seed' play environments with appropriate resources. Call me to talk about SchemaPlay! 0409 034 692
Inquiry-led learning: there is still a requirement to teach
Inquiries do not exist as a set of wondrous learning experiences in prettily constructed environments (although both of these will increase the children's and the educators' engagement(. Children need specific skills, words, concepts, social skills, time and support to make their learning meaningful.
Inquiry-led learning: sustaining, strengthening and deepening inquiry
Inquiry-led learning can stall for many reasons: heavy curriculum requirements, hard to negotiate pathways and shifting landscapes are just some of these, We can use different lenses to maintain our curiosity, to notice and wonder about children's learning so we can sustain, strengthen and deepen inquiries.
Inquiry-led learning: Planning
So, you have a starting point for an inquiry. You have a topic and purpose that are significant to the children. Where might this inquiry go? Which inquiry process will work best?
Inquiry-led learning: getting started
Inquiries can begin in many places. But inquiry-led learning depends on educators own CURIOSITY, their ability to manage UNCERTAINTY and to be open to POSSIBILITY. Here are some ideas for getting started with inquiry-led learning.
Inquiry-led learning: Evidence-informed Practice
Inquiry-led learning is supported by evidence: managing cognitive load, promoting student and educator wellbeing, supporting play, developing entrepreneurship skills and developing empathy. Call 0409034692 to learn more about inquiry-led learning.
Creativities
How are you creative? Creativity can be explored and developed. Contact The Art Creatives https://artcreatives.com.au/ and join a fantastic art course or call Marie to set up a workshop to identify your creativities and make a plan to have them flourish.
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