Presented by Lady Gowrie Child Centre Sydney

In this dynamic and thoughtful session participants will:

• Explore how play has been changing over time
• Reflect on what are current play things? Why do we choose the materials that we do?
• Consider the health implications for our children as a result of their play habits
• In this moderns and busy world are we finding the time for play and can we make a space for play?

For further information phone 1800 228 772 or (02) 6287 3330

via email:actpsc@commsatwork.org

Presented by Learning Links

Do you work with children who are learning more than one language? If so, this session is for you.

This workshop will discuss:

• How children acquire more than one language
• Factors that influence the development of  more than one language
• Bilingualism or language delay, how to tell the difference and;
• Strategies to support children developing a second language

For further information phone 1800 228 772 or (02) 6287 3330

via email:actpsc@commsatwork.org

Presented by Lady Gowrie Melbourne

Photography and digital imagery is an authentic avenue to document children's learning. Images can in a sense be another set of eyes, building a greater image of the child and supporting the development of a rich program. A picture tells a thousand words. This session looks at practical ways to utilise images to document children's learning and to simplify evidence collection through the use of well organised systems and clear priorities.

This session will explore:

• Using digital images to strengthen programming and evidence collection
• Sustaining children's learning through the use of images
• Supporting a continuum of learning
• Organising systems that help to distil information, keeping quality not quantity
• Consideration of child protection and privacy

For further information phone 1800 228 772 or (02) 6287 3330

via email:actpsc@commsatwork.org

Presented by Lady Gowrie Melbourne

Caring for babies in early childhood settings requires particular attention to establishing a supportive learning environment that is responsive to the needs of young children. Consideration of how infants learn is essential, as experiences influence the stimulation of brain development and positive, secure attachments. This practical session will enhance daily practice and programming by developing ideas to establish stimulating environments and facilitate meaningful interactions. This session will explore: 

• Establishing a stimulating environment that facilitates infants growth and development
• Practical ideas for creating sensory play spaces and attention to aesthetics
• Strategies to develop trusting relationships with infants and families
• Interactions and routines
• Inviting play spaces, resources and equipment
• Safety and hygiene

Phone 1800 228 772 (02) 6287 3330 to register.Training workshops for eligible children’s services, unless otherwise indicated, are $35.00, $40.00 for NSW eligible services and $45.00 for non-eligible services.

THE INSTITUTE OF EARLY CHILDHOOD & SEMANN & SLATTERY PRESENT

THE 10TH NATIONAL UNPACKING CONFERENCE

FRIDAY 14 AND SATURDAY 15 MARCH 2008

MACQUARIE UNIVERSITY

Unpacking Representation presents a challenge to critically reflect on how meaning

about children and early years education is created through visual representation and

pedagogical documentation. These representations contribute to the image of the child

and as such may act as a political tool in advancing our understandings of curriculum,

education and children. Throughout the conference, delegates will be challenged to unpack the ways in

which documentation represents children, the ways in which educators are represented and the possibilities

available to reconceptualise and re-imagine the power of teaching. Themes to be unpacked include social

justice and curriculum, representation of Indigenous children, the regulatory environment, challenges from

Reggio Emilia, the social construction of childhood, and pedagogical documentation.

Keynote Presenter - Stefania Giamminuti

Stefania is an early childhood teacher from Rome, Italy. She is currently a full-time PhD student at the University

of Western Australia. Stefania has recently returned from a unique six-month research internship in

the municipal infant-toddler centres and pre-schools of the city of Reggio Emilia, Italy. In Reggio Emilia,

Stefania investigated research questions in dialogue with educators, children, and families. She observed

how culture is created and learning communities are built through processes of pedagogical documentation.

Registration and further conference details to be circulated shortly

For further information contact

Semann & Slattery

phone: 02 9557 1460

email: info@semannslattery.com

‘Welcome to Music’ presents

2 brand new half day Music workshops in CANBERRA

At Northside Infants' of Canberra Grammar School, Blamey Crescent, Campbell

Sat 23^rd Feb, 2008

                                                    ‘Teaching music made easy and fun!’ for Early Childhood – (3-8’s)

For all preschool teachers, junior primary school teachers, caregivers, family day care workers, tertiary students and parents

PLUS

‘Sing Jam and Jive’ for the middle School – (9-14’s)

For all primary & middle school teachers, music specialists and choral directors

Presented by Susie Davies-Splitter and Phil Splitter, from Melbourne

Session 1 (Registration 8:45) 9:00 - 12:00 pm

'Welcome to Music - Teaching music made easy and fun' for Early Childhood (for 3 - 8 year olds)

Discover a new and exciting repertoire of songs, rhymes, games, dances and instrumental activities. Learn

about the benefits of music for all children and take away new ideas that can be implemented immediately.

Session 2 (Registration 12:45) 1:00 - 4:00 pm

'Sing, Jam & Jive' for the middle School Combining ‘Orff Schulwerk’ principles that inspire, excite and motivate children to remember, understand and love music, discover lots of NEW material through speech, song, body percussion, dance, movement and instruments with a focus on improvisation and creative input for 9-14 year olds.

This is based on Susie and Phil’s new album ‘Sing, Jam & Jive’ and new series ‘Take Orff with Jazz’.

Full day early bird rate INCLUDING LUNCH $85 by 15^th Dec, 07 or standard rate $99

Session 1 or 2 early bird rate $49 by 15^th Dec, 07 or standard rate $59

Student full day rate $49–for full time students only (Please supply photocopy of student card. This does not include post graduate study)

Group full day rate $79 – for 3 or more from one school/centre receive a further discount off the earlybird rate. (one payment please)

Note:       Includes: Workshop notes, certificate of attendance and morning and/or afternoon tea. Lunch is included for all day workshop.

                Welcome to Music resources will be available for purchase on the day. Credit cards, cheque, cash or school orders accepted.

^# Please note: Earlybird and other special registration payment must be received by the earlybird date shown

 Phone enquiries: 1300 769 803 or  email: info@welcometomusic.net

This forum is being organised by the University of Canberra and Canberra Multicultural Community Forum Inc (CMCF), a peak body for the local multicultural community. The forum will be held from 1pm to 5pm on Sunday 7 October 2007 in Building 2, University of Canberra. The forum is free.

The forum will be an opportunity for stakeholders from all levels of formal education, from preschool to tertiary level, to meet with each other and with other individuals and groups in the Canberra region who believe in the benefits of speaking and understanding another language in addition to English.

Professor Michael Clyne, from the University of Melbourne, a linguist with expert knowledge of second language learning and immigrant bilingualism, will be a leading discussant.

The aim of the forum is to develop an action plan to promote

* An increased awareness of the importance and relevance of
languages in Canberra, especially for children and young people
* Incentives to learn, or to continue to learn, a language other
than English
* Opportunities to learn, hear and use various languages in the
Canberra region

To register for the forum, or for more information, please contact Mandy Scott on 6201 2073 or 0408 089 235 or email Mandy.Scott@anu.edu.au

Engage in Early Childhood education for a sustainable future on 1-3 November 2007.

 Visit www.seen.org.au for more information.

Leadership in Children's Services

Presented by Community Child Care Co-operative NSW

This workshop examines the concept of leadership and what it means for children's services professionals.

Issues covered in this session include:

• Identifying the traits of an effective leader
• The role of the leader in children's services
• Personal leadership styles and career development stages
• Matching leadership styles to individuals and organisations
• Leadership strategies to enhance performance

Training held at the Inclusion and Professional Support Program Upper Level Cooleman Court Weston. Phone (02) 6287 3330 or 1800 228 772 to register your attendance.

On the first Wednesday of every month the PSC general resource library is open late until 7.30pm. Come in and see the extensive range of quality educational resources children's services professionals can borrow to add wonder, investigation and delight to their programs.

Phone Noah's Ark Resource Centre on (02) 6287 1117 for more information, or visit the centre at Bangalay Cres Rivett.