EYPDC
and Curious
Welcome to the EYPDC
The Early Years Professional Development Committee consists of representatives of provincially funded Training Institutions and Support Sites. Committee members share their insights, needs assessment observations and professional development plans in order to coordinate, communicate and deliver quality professional development for all early childhood educators and other early years professionals in Nova Scotia.
Upcoming Workshops
- November 9, 2024
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MSVU Troubled Childhoods: Mental Health Challenges and Emotional and Behaviour Disorders in Young Children
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November 9, 2024 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Mount Saint Vincent University, 166 Bedford Hwy, Halifax, NS B3M 2J6, CanadaDate: Tuesday November 5, 2024 (6pm– 9pm) and Saturday November 9, 2024 (9am—12 noon) Cost: $75 Total PD hours: 6 hrs Location: ONLINE Presenters: Karen Carey & Colin Morrison
Description: Children can show clear characteristics of anxiety disorders, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, conduct disorder, depression, posttraumatic stress disorder, and neurodevelopmental disabilities, such as autism, at a very early age. And while signs can be present before age five, a diagnosis is rarely made in very young children. Even in older children, diagnoses should be made only with extreme caution, due to controversy around the notion of labeling and stigmatizing children. And because young children respond to and process emotional experiences and traumatic events in ways that are very different from adults and older children, understanding their needs and how best to support these challenged troubled young children becomes that much more challenging.
Science tells us that the foundations of sound mental health are built early in life, & that early experiences, including chil-dren’s relationships with parents, caregivers, relatives, teachers, combine & interact with biology to shape the architecture of the developing brain. Disruptions in this developmental process can impair a child’s capacities for learning & relating to others, with lifelong implications. Not addressing the mental health needs of young children can come with a heavy burden & high cost to society.
Objectives: Through this workshop we will explore the distinct traits of children with mental health, emotional & behav-ioural challenges & examine the unique ways they process emotional & traumatic events that set them apart from same age peers.. We will have a better understanding of young children’s mental health problems within the context of their families, homes, & communities & how it is directly related to the well being of their caregivers & communities. We will uncover new research in emotional & behavioural challenges & self regulation that may potentially provide helpful strategies & inter-ventions to address issues & allow troubled children to leave more healthy lives.Presenter Biographies: Colin Morrison has over 20 years’ experience working with children, youth & families in the mental health field. Colin has served primarily as youth care worker & case coordinator for families & children in the Child & Family Day Treatment Program at the IWK. He has extensive experience in developing & implementing skill groups with children, particularly in the area of emotional regulation, & providing supportive counselling to families. Colin is cur-rently completing a Master of Social Worker degree at Dalhousie University, & is working on a thesis related to male child-hood sexual abuse, & the impacts of "toxic masculinity" on mens' help seeking behaviours. He has a keen interest in trauma focused therapy, attachment theory, mens' health, & issues affecting the LGBTQ+ community.
Karen Carey has over 15 years’ experience working with children, youth & families as a social worker, youth care worker, case coordinator, in home support worker & direct care practitioner. Through evidence based & best practice methods, Karen is a strong advocate for the children, youth & families. Although Karen has strong roots in attachment theory, sys-tems theory, positive parenting, trauma & resilience; her personal philosophy is to promote mental, physical & emotional health/wellbeing though a solution focused & social learning model.
Together Colin & Karen have seen positive & long lasting benefits for children AND families when they are provided edu-cation, strategies, guidance, empathy & support. They see effective communication & open collaboration as the key ingredi-ents in supporting positive futures for the children & families under their care.Location: ONLINE
6 PD hours
$75
Registration for our MSVU workshops, along our PD brochure with full workshops details, descriptions and presenter bios is found online www.msvu.ca/earlychildhoodworkshops
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- November 12, 2024
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Professional Learning Book Club - Unpacking the Pyramid Model
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NSCECE - Culturally Responsive Practice in Nova Scotia's Early Learning and Child Care Settings (Online)
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November 12, 2024 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
OnlineCulturally Responsive Practice in Nova Scotia’s Early Learning and Child Care Settings is a 12-hour module developed in response to the ongoing enhancements to Nova Scotia’s Early Learning Curriculum Framework (NSELCF). Three (3) sub-modules have been designed to create a safe and ethical space for examining the nature of biases, prejudice, and assumptions. The modules unpack privilege and encourage participants to reflect on the historical and systemic roots of discrimination and racism. The modules reflect on the lived experiences of people who face these challenges in Nova Scotia. Each module is accompanied by home learning that will continue the conversations between modules.
Through a reflective approach, participants will become deeply aware of their own identities and the identities of the children, families, and communities they serve.
Disclaimer: The modules have been developed for synchronous learning. Participants are required to move through each of the modules in sequence, and with the same cohort. The inability to commit will result in a “restart” of the entire training. The objective of the modules is to demonstrate cultural responsiveness, thus, participants must demonstrate this understanding throughout. To do so, participants scheduled for online learning must work from an operational computer, with a working mic and camera.
Module 1: Laying Face and Foundation
Module Objectives:
• Understand who the Mi’kmaq are
• Understand who the Acadians are
• Understand who the Gaels are
• Understand who the African Nova Scotians are
• Explore and contextualize our understanding of culture
• Explore and contextualize our understanding of intersectionality
• Explore and articulate the intersections of race, nationality, gender, and sexuality
Module 1 provides space for the four (4) historical cultures of Nova Scotia to share themselves in a meaningful way. Participants will better understand the four (4) historical cultures, languages, and beliefs. Participants will explore and contextualize specific intersections and how they relate to culture and themselves.
Module 2: Faces of Discrimination
▪ Explore and contextualize our own privileges, biases, and opinions
▪ Explore and contextualize discrimination
▪ Explore and contextualize racism
▪ Explore and contextualize systemic racism
▪ Explore the Indian Act, Residential Schools, Africville, Racialized Policing, “All lives Matter” and, Social Determinants of Health
▪ Explore and contextualize micro-aggression
Module 2 requires participants to explore and contextualize their own privileges, biases, and opinions. Participants will explore how these interrelate with discrimination, racism, and moreover, systemic racism. Participants will specifically explore contemporary racism in Nova Scotia.
Module 3: Faces of Reconciliation
▪ Explore and contextualize reconciliation
▪ Explore Truth and Reconciliation
▪ Explore and review Education Calls to Action
▪ Explore Black Lives Matter
▪ Explore and review United Nations Rights of the Child
▪ Explore Educator’s role in the classroom
▪ Explore 7 Sacred Teachings as a tool
▪ Explore racism from birth onward
▪ Explore Nova Scotia’s Early Learning Curriculum Framework
▪ Explore and articulate culturally responsive practice
▪ Explore and contextualize Allyship
Module 3 provides space to explore the different types of reconciliation while acknowledging the need to act now. Participants explore their own roles in this work; specifically exploring cultural responsiveness as it relates to Early Learning and Child Care Settings and moreover the Early Learning Curriculum Framework.
Pre-registration agreements
- I agree to participate from an operational computer with a working mic and camera.
- I agree all information is confidential and will not be shared outside my group discussions or cohort of participants
- I agree to commit to the entire 12-hour schedule to receive credit.
- I agree to conduct myself in a professional manner and be respectful of other people’s perspectives, opinions, and ideas.
- I agree that I will show up fully committed and engaged in the work.
Facilitators:
Session Dates and Times:
Session 1: Tuesday, November 12th, 2024 (online), 6:30pm-8:30pm
Session 2: Thursday, November 14th, 2024 (online), 6:30pm-8:30pm
Session 3: Saturday, November 16th, 2024 (online), 9:00am-1:00pm
Session 4: Tuesday, November 19th, 2024 (online), 6:30pm-8:30pm
Session 5: Thursday, November 21st, 2024 (online), 6:30pm-8:30pm
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- November 13, 2024
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Jane Norman College - The Road to Equity - Part 2 "Equity & Power"
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November 13, 2024 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Online via ZoomWe are happy to welcome Emily Reilly as our facilitator for this workshop series. Emily is the Culturally Responsive Pedagogy Coach for the Chignecto-Central Regional Centre for Education. Emily has been working in this field for 10 years. She is currently completing her masters in Culturally Responsive Pedagogy and she is going to share her expertise with us. This workshop series will dive a little deeper into some of the topics covered in the provincial training - Culturally Responsive Practice.
Workshop #1 (Wed., Oct. 9 - 6:30-8:30)Diversity & Identity - exploring our identities and ways our differences can make us stronger
Workshop #2 (Wed., Nov. 13 - 6:30-8:30)Equity & Power - exploring the concept of fairness as it relates to equity and power
Workshop #3 (Wed., Jan. 15 - 6:30-8:30)Biases & Stereotypes - exploring how stereotypes form and how we can avoid biases
Workshop #4 (Wed., Feb. 19 - 6:30-8:30)Allyship - gathering our thoughts after the first 3 sessions and making a plan for the future
Cost $100.00 (for all 4 workshops)
If interested contact Jane Mackenzie at jane.mackenzie@janenorman.ca
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- November 14, 2024
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NSCECE - Culturally Responsive Practice in Nova Scotia's Early Learning and Child Care Settings (Online)
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November 14, 2024 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
OnlineCulturally Responsive Practice in Nova Scotia’s Early Learning and Child Care Settings is a 12-hour module developed in response to the ongoing enhancements to Nova Scotia’s Early Learning Curriculum Framework (NSELCF). Three (3) sub-modules have been designed to create a safe and ethical space for examining the nature of biases, prejudice, and assumptions. The modules unpack privilege and encourage participants to reflect on the historical and systemic roots of discrimination and racism. The modules reflect on the lived experiences of people who face these challenges in Nova Scotia. Each module is accompanied by home learning that will continue the conversations between modules.
Through a reflective approach, participants will become deeply aware of their own identities and the identities of the children, families, and communities they serve.
Disclaimer: The modules have been developed for synchronous learning. Participants are required to move through each of the modules in sequence, and with the same cohort. The inability to commit will result in a “restart” of the entire training. The objective of the modules is to demonstrate cultural responsiveness, thus, participants must demonstrate this understanding throughout. To do so, participants scheduled for online learning must work from an operational computer, with a working mic and camera.
Module 1: Laying Face and Foundation
Module Objectives:
• Understand who the Mi’kmaq are
• Understand who the Acadians are
• Understand who the Gaels are
• Understand who the African Nova Scotians are
• Explore and contextualize our understanding of culture
• Explore and contextualize our understanding of intersectionality
• Explore and articulate the intersections of race, nationality, gender, and sexuality
Module 1 provides space for the four (4) historical cultures of Nova Scotia to share themselves in a meaningful way. Participants will better understand the four (4) historical cultures, languages, and beliefs. Participants will explore and contextualize specific intersections and how they relate to culture and themselves.
Module 2: Faces of Discrimination
▪ Explore and contextualize our own privileges, biases, and opinions
▪ Explore and contextualize discrimination
▪ Explore and contextualize racism
▪ Explore and contextualize systemic racism
▪ Explore the Indian Act, Residential Schools, Africville, Racialized Policing, “All lives Matter” and, Social Determinants of Health
▪ Explore and contextualize micro-aggression
Module 2 requires participants to explore and contextualize their own privileges, biases, and opinions. Participants will explore how these interrelate with discrimination, racism, and moreover, systemic racism. Participants will specifically explore contemporary racism in Nova Scotia.
Module 3: Faces of Reconciliation
▪ Explore and contextualize reconciliation
▪ Explore Truth and Reconciliation
▪ Explore and review Education Calls to Action
▪ Explore Black Lives Matter
▪ Explore and review United Nations Rights of the Child
▪ Explore Educator’s role in the classroom
▪ Explore 7 Sacred Teachings as a tool
▪ Explore racism from birth onward
▪ Explore Nova Scotia’s Early Learning Curriculum Framework
▪ Explore and articulate culturally responsive practice
▪ Explore and contextualize Allyship
Module 3 provides space to explore the different types of reconciliation while acknowledging the need to act now. Participants explore their own roles in this work; specifically exploring cultural responsiveness as it relates to Early Learning and Child Care Settings and moreover the Early Learning Curriculum Framework.
Pre-registration agreements
- I agree to participate from an operational computer with a working mic and camera.
- I agree all information is confidential and will not be shared outside my group discussions or cohort of participants
- I agree to commit to the entire 12-hour schedule to receive credit.
- I agree to conduct myself in a professional manner and be respectful of other people’s perspectives, opinions, and ideas.
- I agree that I will show up fully committed and engaged in the work.
Facilitators:
Session Dates and Times:
Session 1: Tuesday, November 12th, 2024 (online), 6:30pm-8:30pm
Session 2: Thursday, November 14th, 2024 (online), 6:30pm-8:30pm
Session 3: Saturday, November 16th, 2024 (online), 9:00am-1:00pm
Session 4: Tuesday, November 19th, 2024 (online), 6:30pm-8:30pm
Session 5: Thursday, November 21st, 2024 (online), 6:30pm-8:30pm
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- November 16, 2024
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MSVU When All Means All…Aiming for High Quality Inclusion
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November 16, 2024 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Mount Saint Vincent University, 166 Bedford Hwy, Halifax, NS B3M 2J6, CanadaDates: Saturday November 16 (9am – 4pm In Person) & Thursday December 5, 2024 (6:30 to 9pm Online) Cost: $100 Total PD hours: 9.5 hrs Location: IN PERSON & ONLINE Presenters: Shari Ridgewell & Denise Stone
Description: As we build a universal system of early learning and care, it is fundamental that all families and children feel a sense of belonging in programs and communities. This workshop will provide program leaders (e.g., pedagogi-cal, Directors, Board Members, etc.) the opportunity to reflect on their vision of inclusion that supports the right of all children to participate and, the need to support children’s social emotional development that enhances positive behaviour outcomes. With concrete examples from their own experiences, we will use facilitated discussion and activities to enhance partic-ipants current knowledge of delivering an inclusive environment for children and families. We will also explore the use of practice-based coaching as a professional development technique that supports educators and, consider the tools and resources needed to achieve a vision of inclusion. Following this ‘in-person’ session, an on-line debrief will be held to discuss how the workshop content has been ap-plied to daily practice i.e. what worked, what didn’t, and to encourage continued sharing of experiences that will sup-port participants in their program delivery.
Objectives:
•To explore the importance of establishing a solid foundation for inclusion.
•To understand effective practices that build a sense of belonging and support positive outcome for children,families and educators.
•To explore the essential skills required for effective coaching that will support staff in offering high qualityinclusive programs.
Presenter Biographies:
Shari Ridgewell, M.Ed. is an early childhood educator with 40+ years’ experience in the field. She has worked with all age groups; as child care administrator; an early childhood education consultant; a trainer of early childhood students; professional development provider & as an advocate for high quality inclusive child care. She recently retired from the Nova Scotia Government after 22 years working in licensing, program con-sulting, & policy development. In her last 5 years of public service, she coordinated the initial implementation of the Pyramid Model in Nova Scotia & continues as a member of the Provincial Pyramid Model Leadership Team. Shari continues to support the social emotional development & well-being of all young children in her consulting work with the Pyramid Model Consortium.
Denise Stone is an early childhood professional with over 40 years of experience working in the early learning & child care sector. Some of her experiences include, early intervention, child care management, licensing, & post sec-ondary course delivery & workshop facilitation. Prior to her retirement from the provincial government in 2021, Denise held several positions during her 20 years as a civil servant. Over the course of her career, Denise’s focus has always been to ensure the provision of high quality early learning & child care experiences for children & their fami-lies, & supporting professionalism within the sector.Location: IN PERSON
9.5 PD hours
$100
Registration for our MSVU workshops, along our PD brochure with full workshops details, descriptions and presenter bios is found online www.msvu.ca/earlychildhoodworkshops
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NSCC Sydney Waterfront - Culturally Responsive Practice in Nova Scotia's Early Learning and Child Care Settings
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NSCECE - Culturally Responsive Practice in Nova Scotia's Early Learning and Child Care Settings (Online)
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November 16, 2024 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
OnlineCulturally Responsive Practice in Nova Scotia’s Early Learning and Child Care Settings is a 12-hour module developed in response to the ongoing enhancements to Nova Scotia’s Early Learning Curriculum Framework (NSELCF). Three (3) sub-modules have been designed to create a safe and ethical space for examining the nature of biases, prejudice, and assumptions. The modules unpack privilege and encourage participants to reflect on the historical and systemic roots of discrimination and racism. The modules reflect on the lived experiences of people who face these challenges in Nova Scotia. Each module is accompanied by home learning that will continue the conversations between modules.
Through a reflective approach, participants will become deeply aware of their own identities and the identities of the children, families, and communities they serve.
Disclaimer: The modules have been developed for synchronous learning. Participants are required to move through each of the modules in sequence, and with the same cohort. The inability to commit will result in a “restart” of the entire training. The objective of the modules is to demonstrate cultural responsiveness, thus, participants must demonstrate this understanding throughout. To do so, participants scheduled for online learning must work from an operational computer, with a working mic and camera.
Module 1: Laying Face and Foundation
Module Objectives:
• Understand who the Mi’kmaq are
• Understand who the Acadians are
• Understand who the Gaels are
• Understand who the African Nova Scotians are
• Explore and contextualize our understanding of culture
• Explore and contextualize our understanding of intersectionality
• Explore and articulate the intersections of race, nationality, gender, and sexuality
Module 1 provides space for the four (4) historical cultures of Nova Scotia to share themselves in a meaningful way. Participants will better understand the four (4) historical cultures, languages, and beliefs. Participants will explore and contextualize specific intersections and how they relate to culture and themselves.
Module 2: Faces of Discrimination
▪ Explore and contextualize our own privileges, biases, and opinions
▪ Explore and contextualize discrimination
▪ Explore and contextualize racism
▪ Explore and contextualize systemic racism
▪ Explore the Indian Act, Residential Schools, Africville, Racialized Policing, “All lives Matter” and, Social Determinants of Health
▪ Explore and contextualize micro-aggression
Module 2 requires participants to explore and contextualize their own privileges, biases, and opinions. Participants will explore how these interrelate with discrimination, racism, and moreover, systemic racism. Participants will specifically explore contemporary racism in Nova Scotia.
Module 3: Faces of Reconciliation
▪ Explore and contextualize reconciliation
▪ Explore Truth and Reconciliation
▪ Explore and review Education Calls to Action
▪ Explore Black Lives Matter
▪ Explore and review United Nations Rights of the Child
▪ Explore Educator’s role in the classroom
▪ Explore 7 Sacred Teachings as a tool
▪ Explore racism from birth onward
▪ Explore Nova Scotia’s Early Learning Curriculum Framework
▪ Explore and articulate culturally responsive practice
▪ Explore and contextualize Allyship
Module 3 provides space to explore the different types of reconciliation while acknowledging the need to act now. Participants explore their own roles in this work; specifically exploring cultural responsiveness as it relates to Early Learning and Child Care Settings and moreover the Early Learning Curriculum Framework.
Pre-registration agreements
- I agree to participate from an operational computer with a working mic and camera.
- I agree all information is confidential and will not be shared outside my group discussions or cohort of participants
- I agree to commit to the entire 12-hour schedule to receive credit.
- I agree to conduct myself in a professional manner and be respectful of other people’s perspectives, opinions, and ideas.
- I agree that I will show up fully committed and engaged in the work.
Facilitators:
Session Dates and Times:
Session 1: Tuesday, November 12th, 2024 (online), 6:30pm-8:30pm
Session 2: Thursday, November 14th, 2024 (online), 6:30pm-8:30pm
Session 3: Saturday, November 16th, 2024 (online), 9:00am-1:00pm
Session 4: Tuesday, November 19th, 2024 (online), 6:30pm-8:30pm
Session 5: Thursday, November 21st, 2024 (online), 6:30pm-8:30pm
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- November 18, 2024
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NSCC Kingstec - Hold the Vision - Trust the Processes: Vision boards for wellness
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November 18, 2024 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
NSCC - Kingstec Campus, 236 Belcher St, Kentville, NS B4N 0A6, CanadaThrough this "vision board" activity participants will be provided the opportunity to create a visual representation of their personal wellness aspirations. Creative resource materials including magazines and markers, scissor paper, and glue, will be provided and the process will include lightly facilitated discussion and coaching to help participants release hesitations and practice the art of self exploration, play, and creative expression.
Facilitator: Julianne Misner
I am a community educator and process facilitator providing personal and professional development services for over 15 years. Combining my Masters of Education, career development, and life coaching practices, I take an asset based approach to create safe spaces for engagement and exploration through connection, conversation, and creative expression. I worked for over 10 years as a vocational instructor and personal development counselor, for 4 years as an instructor with NSCC, for 3 years as a community coordinator and have maintained a private coaching practice for the past 10 years.
Fee: $20
Deadline to register: November 12, 2024
Please Note Our new payment process (September 2023)
1. Credit card or VISA Debit payment
2. Cheque
3. Cash
(Instructions below)- Registration form AND payment are to be received by us at least TWO WEEKS IN ADVANCE (unless otherwise noted), not simply postmarked by the deadline.
- Registrations cannot be processed, nor spaces held, until both registration form and payment are received.
- Cancellations must be processed before the workshop occurs. Please contact us at least 1 week prior to a workshop if you are unable to attend.Please contact sara.graves@nscc.ca or justine.macdonald@nscc.ca for more details.
*please keep our workshop guidelines in mind* https://www.nscc.ca/ecdsc/professional-development/kingstec-guidelines.asp
To Register: https://bit.ly/ecdscregistration
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- November 19, 2024
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NSCC Sydney Waterfront - Seven Sacred Teachings
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CAPENÉ Capable, confiant et curieux (FRENCH) Module 1 partie 1/2
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November 19, 2024 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Module 1 révisé se passe sur deux soirées. le 19 & 26 novembre de 18h30 à 21h00. Il faut compléter les deux soirées pour recevoir le certificat.
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NSCC Cumberland Capable, Confident & Curious Module 2
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November 19, 2024 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
OnlineModule 2: Pedagogical Leadership
‘Pedagogical Leaders demonstrate credible knowledge of the teaching and learning process and draw on those principles to guide individuals and groups.’ (Coughlin and Woodburn, 2016)
This module, designed for any type of leader in our field who is working in a regulated child care setting or Pre-primary Program, will focus on how pedagogical leadership supports educators in reflecting upon, and learning more about, their practices with children.
We will address - through experiences and dialogue – the questions: What is an effective pedagogical leader? How do we work through growth and change in positive ways? How do we encourage innovative practices?
Participants will:
-develop an understanding of the role of a pedagogical leader, how this role can be improved through reflection, and how this type of leadership can support the vision and goals of their setting.
-explore ideas around leading others through change and growth, while making connections to the framework, as they practice motivating, coaching, and mentoring skills.
-reflect upon what it means to be a leader in terms of curriculum decisions; how we develop programs that are play-based, intentional, and connected to the practices described in the framework.**this is a 2 evening online session, you must attend both in order to receive a certificate**
November 19th 6:30pm-9:00pm & November 21st 6:30pm-9:00pm
Facilitators: Jane MacKenzie & LeaAnne Joudrie
To register, click here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1041047470007?aff=oddtdtcreator
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NSCECE - Capable, Confident, and Curious: Module 1
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November 19, 2024 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Module 1: The Image of the Child
It is an exciting time in the Nova Scotia Early Learning and Child Care field! In anticipation of the release of the revised curriculum framework, the NEW Module 1 - Image of the Child - is here!
It will uncover the possibilities for using the first part of the Framework, and the "whys" of being able to use your Image of the Child in practical ways. Join us for this interactive session that will be the foundation for the rest of the Framework.
This is a 2 evening online session, you must attend both in order to receive a certificate.
Tuesday, November 19th, from 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM & Thursday, November 21st, from 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM
If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to contact us at circulation@nscece.ca.
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NSCECE - Culturally Responsive Practice in Nova Scotia's Early Learning and Child Care Settings (Online)
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November 19, 2024 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
OnlineCulturally Responsive Practice in Nova Scotia’s Early Learning and Child Care Settings is a 12-hour module developed in response to the ongoing enhancements to Nova Scotia’s Early Learning Curriculum Framework (NSELCF). Three (3) sub-modules have been designed to create a safe and ethical space for examining the nature of biases, prejudice, and assumptions. The modules unpack privilege and encourage participants to reflect on the historical and systemic roots of discrimination and racism. The modules reflect on the lived experiences of people who face these challenges in Nova Scotia. Each module is accompanied by home learning that will continue the conversations between modules.
Through a reflective approach, participants will become deeply aware of their own identities and the identities of the children, families, and communities they serve.
Disclaimer: The modules have been developed for synchronous learning. Participants are required to move through each of the modules in sequence, and with the same cohort. The inability to commit will result in a “restart” of the entire training. The objective of the modules is to demonstrate cultural responsiveness, thus, participants must demonstrate this understanding throughout. To do so, participants scheduled for online learning must work from an operational computer, with a working mic and camera.
Module 1: Laying Face and Foundation
Module Objectives:
• Understand who the Mi’kmaq are
• Understand who the Acadians are
• Understand who the Gaels are
• Understand who the African Nova Scotians are
• Explore and contextualize our understanding of culture
• Explore and contextualize our understanding of intersectionality
• Explore and articulate the intersections of race, nationality, gender, and sexuality
Module 1 provides space for the four (4) historical cultures of Nova Scotia to share themselves in a meaningful way. Participants will better understand the four (4) historical cultures, languages, and beliefs. Participants will explore and contextualize specific intersections and how they relate to culture and themselves.
Module 2: Faces of Discrimination
▪ Explore and contextualize our own privileges, biases, and opinions
▪ Explore and contextualize discrimination
▪ Explore and contextualize racism
▪ Explore and contextualize systemic racism
▪ Explore the Indian Act, Residential Schools, Africville, Racialized Policing, “All lives Matter” and, Social Determinants of Health
▪ Explore and contextualize micro-aggression
Module 2 requires participants to explore and contextualize their own privileges, biases, and opinions. Participants will explore how these interrelate with discrimination, racism, and moreover, systemic racism. Participants will specifically explore contemporary racism in Nova Scotia.
Module 3: Faces of Reconciliation
▪ Explore and contextualize reconciliation
▪ Explore Truth and Reconciliation
▪ Explore and review Education Calls to Action
▪ Explore Black Lives Matter
▪ Explore and review United Nations Rights of the Child
▪ Explore Educator’s role in the classroom
▪ Explore 7 Sacred Teachings as a tool
▪ Explore racism from birth onward
▪ Explore Nova Scotia’s Early Learning Curriculum Framework
▪ Explore and articulate culturally responsive practice
▪ Explore and contextualize Allyship
Module 3 provides space to explore the different types of reconciliation while acknowledging the need to act now. Participants explore their own roles in this work; specifically exploring cultural responsiveness as it relates to Early Learning and Child Care Settings and moreover the Early Learning Curriculum Framework.
Pre-registration agreements
- I agree to participate from an operational computer with a working mic and camera.
- I agree all information is confidential and will not be shared outside my group discussions or cohort of participants
- I agree to commit to the entire 12-hour schedule to receive credit.
- I agree to conduct myself in a professional manner and be respectful of other people’s perspectives, opinions, and ideas.
- I agree that I will show up fully committed and engaged in the work.
Facilitators:
Session Dates and Times:
Session 1: Tuesday, November 12th, 2024 (online), 6:30pm-8:30pm
Session 2: Thursday, November 14th, 2024 (online), 6:30pm-8:30pm
Session 3: Saturday, November 16th, 2024 (online), 9:00am-1:00pm
Session 4: Tuesday, November 19th, 2024 (online), 6:30pm-8:30pm
Session 5: Thursday, November 21st, 2024 (online), 6:30pm-8:30pm
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