The role of theory in your classroom – turning theory into practice

From developmental to poststructuralist theories, this session will allow you to spend time looking at the various types of theory that may influence your approach to early childhood education. How educators design and implement a curriculum is guided by the knowledge and understanding of the theory they hold. Early childhood educators often draw on a range of perspectives. A bit like a jigsaw, we pull pieces from each theory that resonates with us and then use these pieces to create our own philosophies and pedagogical practices. Each theory challenges us to think about the opportunities we are providing for children, how we are supporting them and building their capacity to learn and develop. The session will finish with examples of what theory might look like in practice.

Completing The role of theory in your classroom - turning theory into practice will contribute one hour of PD addressing the following Australian Professional Standards for Teachers and aligns with the NESA criteria for Elective PD.

NESA Elective PD:

• Enhanced teaching practice to effect positive change and impact on student/child learning progress and achievements
• Involved opportunities to give and receive feedback and/or undertake self-reflection and reflection on the teaching practices of others
• Research based and evidence based 

Professional Knowledge: 
APST 1: Know children and how they learn
Professional Practice: 
APST 3: Plan for and implement effective teaching and learning
APST 4: Create and maintain supportive and safe learning environments
Professional Engagement
APST 6: Engage in professional learning

For information regarding teacher registration and accreditation, contact the teacher registration board/institute in your state.

This webinar also aligns with:

Early Years Learning Framework – Principles
Secure respectful and reciprocal relationships
Ongoing learning and reflective practice

Early Years Learning Framework - Practices
Adopting holistic approaches
Responsiveness to children
Planning and implementing learning through play
Intentional teaching
Creating physical and social learning environments that have a positive impact on children’s learning

The EYLF Learning Outcomes 
Outcome 1: Children have a strong sense of identity
Outcome 2: Children are connected and contribute to their world
Outcome 3: Children have a strong sense of wellbeing
Outcome 4: Children are confident and involved learners
Outcome 5: Children are effective communicators

The National Quality Standard
QA 1: Educational program and practice
QA 2: Children’s health and safety
QA 3: Physical environment
QA 5: Relationships with children
QA 6: Collaborative partnerships with families and communities