Early Childhood

Description:
Supporting children to understand First Peoples' histories, cultures, knowledge and traditions is a critical role for early childhood  teachers. In this session, the presenter will share their experiences and strategies on how to incorporate indigenous perspectives in your planning and teaching. When indigenous perspectives are incorporated into your program you are making an important contribution toward  Reconciliation with Aboriginal and Torres Stait Islander people. For teachers in NSW completing Steps to Reconciliation will contribute 2 hours of NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) Accredited PD in the priority area of Aboriginal education and supporting Aboriginal students/children addressing standard descriptor 2.4.2 from the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers towards maintaining Proficient Teacher Accreditation in NSW.

Standards addressed:

• 1.4.2 Strategies for teaching Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander learners
• 2.4.2 Understand and respect Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to promote reconciliation between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians

Course Length: 2 hours

Presenter: Jo Dowell

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