Curriculum Development & Pedagogical Approaches
Curriculum Development & Pedagogical Approaches
In this workshop, educators will learn about strategies to implement and develop the knowledge of forest schools’ approach within the early learning setting. This workshop is based on award-winning research from Sheridan College, conducted by the facilitator about Forest School philosophy. In this workshop, educators will also think about different factors impacting ECE’s professional practice in implementing the forest school approach. This workshop can be helpful for educators as it will support them with knowledge about the benefits of embracing a Nature-based perspective through real-life examples and discussion. The facilitator is located in ON, Canada.
Risky Play Evolution is a workshop tailored for ECE leaders, focusing on championing adventurous play and risk-taking experiences in early childhood settings. Throughout interactive sessions, participants delve into the benefits of risky play, discuss risk-taking guidelines and policies, and address obstacles. They gain practical strategies to empower their teams in implementing risk-taking activities smoothly, nurturing holistic development in children.
Lobna’s Message:
Let’s explore the benefits, policies, and strategies for empowering your teams to embrace adventurous play seamlessly. Together, we will nurture environments where children thrive through balanced risk-taking.
Join us for a workshop designed to empower educators to embrace risky play both indoors and outdoors. Explore the benefits, learn risk management strategies, and create supportive environments for adventurous exploration. Leave empowered to enrich children’s inclusive experiences and foster their holistic development. we’ll dive into the transformative power of risky play and equip you with the tools and confidence to lead bold adventures for your students. Together, we’ll explore how to create enriching indoor and outdoor environments that foster growth, creativity, and resilience.
Lobna’s Message:
Don’t miss this opportunity to join a community of educators dedicated to pushing boundaries and embracing the thrill of learning. Let’s embark on this exciting journey together!
Join us for an exciting workshop that empowers early childhood educators to harness the power of Reuse Pedagogy in their teaching practices. In this hands-on session, participants will discover how to transform everyday materials into engaging learning experiences, fostering creativity and sustainability in their classrooms.
In this workshop, participants will explore the concept of creative reuse in early childhood education, identifying household materials for innovative learning activities. They’ll learn practical strategies to integrate reuse into curriculum planning and engage in hands-on activities to generate ideas. Reflecting on environmental and educational impacts, educators will be empowered to implement creative reuse practices in their classrooms.
This is an immersive workshop designed to explore the transformative impact of storytelling. Through interactive sessions and hands-on activities, educators will discover how storytelling nurtures imagination, language skills, and social-emotional development in young learners. Participants will learn practical strategies for integrating storytelling into daily routines, uncover creative techniques, and explore its role in fostering cultural understanding and inclusive practices.
Lobna’s Message:
This workshop empowers educators to create enchanting learning experiences that inspire and engage children of all backgrounds and abilities, fostering a sense of belonging through the magic of storytelling.
This workshop equips educators with practical methods for engaging with families. Through interactive activities, participants explore the significance of recognizing and leveraging family strengths. Emphasizing collaboration and empowerment, the workshop fosters meaningful partnerships to support children’s learning and development effectively. By fostering trust, identifying strengths, and promoting inclusivity, educators gain confidence in implementing strength-based strategies in their interactions with families, ultimately enhancing family-school partnerships and student success.
Lobna’s Message:
Get ready to gain valuable insights and tools to enrich your interactions with families. Let’s empower families and enhance student success!
This workshop is designed to equip educators with unique strategies for effectively engaging school-age children in before and after-school educational settings. Drawing from the facilitator’s extensive experience working with before and after-school programs, participants will explore innovative methods and creative approaches tailored to the specific needs and interests of school-age learners. Through interactive activities and discussions, educators will discover practical tools and techniques to enhance student engagement, promote active learning, and cultivate a dynamic and enriching classroom environment. Additionally, the workshop will address effective behaviour management strategies to create a positive and supportive learning environment for school-age children.
Lobna’s Message:
You will feel inspired and equipped to implement these interactive activities and behaviour management techniques to support the academic, social, and emotional development of school-age children effectively.
Join us for a hands-on workshop that explores the power of planting and connecting with nature in the early years. This session invites early childhood educators to discover the educational and emotional benefits of incorporating gardening and nature-based activities into their teaching practices.
Participants will delve into the environmental and cultural perspectives on planting, learning how to integrate these values into early childhood education. Through practical activities, discussions, and reflections, educators will gain tools to foster a love for nature, sustainability, and cultural appreciation in their classrooms.
Join us for a workshop focused on empowering early childhood educators to create eco-friendly environments in their classrooms. This session explores practical strategies to integrate environmental education into daily practices, fostering sustainability and awareness among young learners.
Participants will learn how to incorporate eco-conscious habits, use everyday materials creatively, and design activities that encourage children to care for their environment. By the end of this workshop, educators will feel confident in promoting sustainable practices and inspiring a love for nature in the early years.
This workshop explores how pedagogical documentation can serve as a powerful tool for fostering child development while driving societal change. This workshop empowers early childhood educators to use documentation not only to track developmental milestones but also as a transformative practice that engages families, reflects diverse perspectives, and addresses the complexities and uncertainties of early childhood education.
Participants will learn how to use documentation to capture the richness of children’s experiences, making visible the multiplicity of their identities, ideas, and learning processes. Educators will explore how to meaningfully involve families in this process, fostering stronger partnerships and collaborative growth. By examining case studies, engaging in hands-on activities, and discussing best practices, participants will understand how pedagogical documentation can serve as a bridge for societal change—promoting social justice, equity, and cultural inclusivity. By the end of the workshop, educators will be equipped to harness this powerful tool to not only support child development but also inspire broader shifts in educational practices and community engagement.
Drawing on my firsthand experiences visiting early years centres in Sweden and Germany, this workshop offers Canadian early childhood educators a unique opportunity to explore global pedagogies, curricula, and teaching practices. By examining international approaches, participants will discover how early childhood education is structured in different cultural contexts and how these practices can inspire positive changes in Canadian classrooms.
Through interactive discussions and case studies, educators will explore strategies for fostering creativity, critical thinking, social-emotional development, and environmental stewardship in the classroom. The workshop will focus on how to adapt the successful elements of Swedish and German early years education—such as child-led learning, nature-based experiences, and strong family partnerships—into their own practice.
By the end of the workshop, educators will leave with practical tools and a global perspective that they can integrate into their classrooms to create inclusive, culturally responsive, and innovative learning environments for young children.
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