Workshop Description
Science is everywhere in our daily practice with young children. In fact it is right under our noses, we just need to take the time to look and listen and facilitate. Children are naturally curious about this big world we live in. That curiosity can be a stepping stone for critical thinking, independent and original thought (something that we are seeing less and less of in today’s society).In this workshop, participants will; discuss misconceptions about science, consider inquiry based learning, expand their thinking about the many ways to experience science everyday, have the opportunity to explore a broad range of hands on science experiences.
Facilitator Bio: Jane MacKenzie & Lea Anne Joudrie (NS)
Jane has been an early childhood educator for more than 35 years and still looks forward to going to work every single day. She has been the director of the Dr. Jane Norman Child Study Centre for 20 years, and is an instructor with the college. For the past 16 years she has been leading child study centre staff in the development of the emergent curriculum classrooms. In 2015 she satisfied a long time dream of participating in a Reggio Emilia study tour, cementing her resolve that the emergent approach best supports the unique learning needs of all children.
Lea Anne was a director/early childhood educator of a licensed early learning center for 32 years. She also ran an approved family home program until taking on the role of practicum coordinator/instructor for the Jane Norman College. Lea Anne teaches courses in both the first and second year of the college’s ECE diploma program. She has a particular passion for supporting children’s reconnection with nature and designing natural environments that support children’s learning and wellbeing.
May 5, 2017
9:00 AM
Slemon Park Hotel & Convention Centre