Podcast
Early Learning Matters
Hosted by NSW Department of Education · EN
The Early Learning Matters podcast series aims to inspire high-quality early childhood practice and build educator capacity. Jacqui Ward (Early Learning Coordinator) is joined by a number of colleagues who support department preschools where they unpack important early childhood concepts, theories and practice. The podcasts are designed to supplement and complement other resources and professional learning.
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Dockett and Perry - transition and COVID-19
Oct 8, 202000:08:43Tap to summarizeSue Dockett and Bob Perry, Peridot Education Pty Ltd, discuss possible impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on children and families starting school. Changes in opportunities and expectations for transition practices are emphasised.
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Dockett and Perry - what is transition?
Oct 8, 202000:05:28Tap to summarizeSue Dockett and Bob Perry, Peridot Education Pty Ltd, reflect on 24 years of research and publication about transition to school. They emphasise the importance of building relationships among all involved and distinguish between transition practices and orientation programs.
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Transition to school at Tarro Public School
Oct 7, 202000:21:43Tap to summarizeJacqui Ward talks to the Tarro Public School team about their transition to school practices, particularly in the context of COVID-19.
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Learning from home - one school's journey
May 3, 202000:23:54Tap to summarizeA conversation with the Rosehill Public School preschool team about their learning from home journey.
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School of the Air - supporting families with learning from home
May 3, 202000:07:43Tap to summarizeThe Early Learning Matters team talk with School of the Air about supporting families with learning from home.
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School of the Air - teaching remotely
May 3, 202000:10:43Tap to summarizeThe Early Learning Matters team talk with School of the Air about teaching remotely.
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Learning from home - supporting young children with a disability
Apr 2, 202000:11:42Tap to summarizeJacqui Ward joins Therese Winyard to discuss how teachers can support continuity of learning for children with a disability when they are learning from home.
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Quality preschool practice professional learning
Apr 2, 202000:29:42Tap to summarizeJacqui Ward joins Cathrine Neislon-Hewitt, Faye Gowers and Kim Stouse-Lee from the University of Wollongong to discuss the quality preschool practice professional learning project.
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The Early Years Learning Framework - revolutionary
Mar 29, 202000:09:36Tap to summarizeJacqui Ward and Jess Lavers discuss the development and significance of The Early Years Learning Framework.
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The Early Years Learning Framework - outcomes
Mar 29, 202000:09:05Tap to summarizeJacqui Ward and Jessica Townsing focus on the learning outcomes of The Early Years Learning Framework, and how teachers can engage with them to document and plan for children’s learning.
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