Assessment and Feedback Description:
Feedback is critical to the teaching and learning process. It is recognised in the DET High Impact Teaching Strategies (HITS). There are two essential feedback channels, from teacher to student and from student to teacher. In this session both feedback channels will be considered but greater emphasis will be given to student to teacher feedback. This is a growing area for education research leading to change... Details
When: May 31, 2023
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Classroom management Description:
This course addresses the basics of behaviour management, examining the role that content, relationships and teaching and learning strategies play in creating a conducive, positive learning environment. This session is designed to support teachers in strengthening their approach to classroom management. The focus will be on what to think, say and do that address these behaviours firmly and fairly, so that... Details
When: May 31, 2023
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Behaviour Management and the Classroom Environment Description:
It can be very challenging to manage student behaviour in the classroom or school yard when one or more students exhibit extremely disruptive or concerning behaviour. Being able to intervene effectively is an important skill but can be difficult to get right in different situations. Putting effective preventative strategies in place is an important consideration.... Details
When: June 14, 2023
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Description:
Brain breaks are an important part of learning. They are small mental breaks designed tohelp students focus and attend. They typically get students moving and allow blood and oxygen to flow to the brain. These breaks allow students a small reset in the day and enhance energy and relaxation. These are techniques that can be used by all CRTs whether you are covering a single day or an extended contract, primary or secondary. Standards ... Details
When: June 14, 2023
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Classroom teaching strategies Description:
Teachers who are informed about the research on neuroscience develop a more complex understanding of the influences on student learning. Those teachers are better placed to support all students to become independent learners. It is important to know the limits of Neuroscience but also what we know works, such as using brain breaks. Standards addressed: - 2.6.2 Information... Details
When: June 26, 2023
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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander curriculum Description:
Australians are engaged in a conversation about Reconciliation and the Voice to Parliament. All teachers from early childhood to Year 12, including those working as Casual Relief Teachers need to have an informed view about this conversation. There is a professional obligation on teachers to promote Reconciliation (VIT standard 2.4, VEYLDF and Victorian F-10 curriculum). It is a... Details
When: June 26, 2023
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Staff and Student Wellbeing Description:
How can CRTs work effectively with an education support staff member at short notice? An education support staff member shares insight into how to consult and engage quickly in order to provide a seamless learning environment for the student. Standards addressed: - 3.5.2 Use effective classroom communication (with learners)
- 4.4.2 Maintain safety of... Details
When: June 26, 2023
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Catering for all learners Description:
This is a unique session on working with students with Autism. The session will be co-presented by a teacher who has worked with Autistic students in the classroom while parenting her child who is autistic. The presenter will be joined by Shadia who is now widely recognised for sharing their experiences of being an autistic student in a mainstream school. This is a session not to be missed by all those... Details
When: June 26, 2023
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Staff wellbeing,
Student wellbeing Description:
DET is investing in Wellbeing initiatives across all schools. It is important to understand the research behind what works with Wellbeing and what is happening in schools. This will help you to identify the support you need when responding to student wellbeing issues in the schools where you teach. Standards addressed: - 6.3.2 Engage with colleagues and improve... Details
When: June 26, 2023
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Professional Identity and Career Development Description:
For students to be successful in a 21st century learning environment they need to understand and use technology an online tools. These tools open many new possibilities for collaboration and communication. By being connected to other people systems at a global scale there are many interactions that can be of great benefit to their education. However this connection being public means that... Details
When: June 26, 2023
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Assessment and Feedback Description:
Positive ways to redirect and refocus student and teachers actions to improve performance and open up opportunities Standards addressed: - 5.1.2 Assess learning
- 5.2.2 Provide feedback to learners about their learning
Course Length: 3.5 hours Presenter: Lori... Details
When: June 29, 2023
Where: Ballarat Central, VIC
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Staff and Student Wellbeing Description:
In this session you will be encouraged to: 1. Reflect on your individual talents and strengths and look for ways to build them into your work to make your day more enjoyable and productive. 2. Learn to take advantage of micro-moments in your day to set and achieve learning goals and actively collaborate with others. 3. Understand your mindset and use it to effectively manage workload and expectations.... Details
When: June 30, 2023
Where: Epsom
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