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Australian Curriculum + Early Years Learning Framework . Katherine Region. Goals of the session. To become aware of the P re-compulsory Years of Schooling Policy To explore how the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) relates to the Australian Curriculum. Preschool and Transition in the NT. - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
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DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION AND TRAINING www.det.nt.gov.au
Australian Curriculum +
Early Years Learning Framework
Katherine Region
DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION AND TRAINING www.det.nt.gov.au
Goals of the session
• To become aware of the Pre-compulsory Years of Schooling Policy
• To explore how the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) relates to the Australian Curriculum
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Preschool and Transition in the NT
• Preschool: 3½ to 4½ years of age at beginning of school year. Non-compulsory, planned, play-based learning and development program.
• Transition: 4½ to 5½ years of age at beginning of school year. Non-compulsory, planned, play-based learning and development program that assists in the development of children moving into year one.
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PolicyPre-Compulsory Years of Schooling: EYLF
Scope• Transition educators will use the Australian Curriculum/NT
Curriculum Framework in conjunction with the EYLF.
Teachers • Preschool and Transition educators collaborate to ensure
children’s learning and wellbeing is seamless as they move through the pre-compulsory years.
• Transition teachers ensure the provision of quality teaching and learning using the principles, practices and learning outcomes of the EYLF to teach the content of the Australian Curriculum/ NTCF.
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Timeline
2011• Pilot of Australian
Curriculum-English and Maths T-10
• Preschools become familiar with the EYLF
2012• Preschools required to
use EYLF in their practice
• Transition teachers become familiar with the EYLF
• Transition teachers use the Australian Curriculum English & Mathematics learning areas
• Pilot of EYLF/AC
2013• Preschools required to use
EYLF in their practice
• Transition teachers required to use the EYLF in conjunction with the Australian Curriculum
DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION AND TRAINING www.det.nt.gov.au
Timeline
2011• Pilot of Australian
Curriculum-English and Maths T-10
• Preschools become familiar with the EYLF
2012• Preschools required to use
EYLF in their practice
• Transition teachers become familiar with the EYLF
• Transition teachers use the Australian Curriculum English & Mathematics learning areas
• Pilot of EYLF/AC
2013• Preschools required to use
EYLF in their practice
• Transition teachers required to use the EYLF in conjunction with the Australian Curriculum
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EYLF Principles, practice and outcomes
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EYLF: The Vision
All children experience learning that is
engaging and builds success for life.
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PRINCIPLES
Secure, respectful and reciprocal relationships
Partnerships with families
High expectations and equity
Respect for diversity
Ongoing learning and reflective practice
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PRACTICE
Holistic approachesResponsiveness to children
Learning through playIntentional teaching
Learning environmentsCultural competence
Continuity of learning and transitionsAssessment for learning
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OUTCOMES
1. Children have a strong sense of identity
2. Children are connected with and contribute to their world
3. Children have a strong sense of wellbeing
4. Children are confident and involved learners
5. Children are effective communicators
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how
what
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Planning with the EYLF and the AC
Activity• Choose one or more Content
Descriptors from English or Mathematics• Discuss how you could teach this
content in a way that reflects the principles, practice and outcomes of the EYLF
• Share
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The AC Builds on Early Learning
Foundations for Learning: Relationships between the
Early Years Learning Framework and the
Australian Curriculum
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Where to next?Learning Links
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The Framework: Resources
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Who and Where
http://www.earlychildhoodaustralia.org.au/eylfplp/intentional_teaching_and_the_early_years_learning_framework.php
http://www.earlychildhoodaustralia.org.au/
The EYLF documents are available on the DEEWR site: http://www.deewr.gov.au/Earlychildhood/Policy_Agenda/Pages/home.aspx
Talk to your principal about accessing further support from the Katherine Regional Office
ILSS & Early Years Officer – Amy Higgins [email protected]
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Now what?
Getting started• Familiarise• Reflect on current practice• Plan professional learning• Try something new• Critically reflect
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