ECEC Conversations | Session 3
The Superpower of Playful Learning
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Session 3
The Superpower of Playful Learning
Play is a universal expression for young children—a language—enabling them to connect with others and develop skills and knowledge across multiple developmental domains. This session supports educators and teachers in developing a shared understanding of the power of play and approaches to play-based pedagogy outlined in our guiding frameworks. The importance of collaborating with families is also explored to support play as a highly effective method of learning for young children both at the service and at home.
Speakers
Dr Melinda Miller
Director of Early Learning, First Five Early Learning
Early childhood education and care specialist with a demonstrated history working with providers, government and higher education. Specialist areas include child development, inclusive education, sustainability education and early childhood education pedagogy. An active member of the national and international early childhood education sector via publications, presentations, consultancy and committee membership.
Rebecca Seager
Head of Operations, First Five Early Learning
Highly experienced early childhood education and care professional who has owned her own centre previously and worked with large national providers in senior operational roles. Specialist areas include uplifting team culture, leading teams through change and employee engagement. Subject matter expert on Child Care Subsidy (CCS), Child Care Management System (CCMS), National Regulations and development of policy.
Tracy Kilpady
Manager of Education, Xplor Education
Tracy has years of experience and expertise in education. While studying, she completed extensive placements, totalling over 120 days, across various settings such as daycare centres, kindergartens, primary schools and out-of-school care (OSHC) catering to children from birth to age 12. She also developed and implemented a program designed to support students in their transition to a new setting called “Transition to Prep.”
Recognising her passion for teaching and fostering engaging learning experiences, she was a dedicated prep teacher until 2020. Tracy now serves as Manager of Education at Xplor Education. Tracy revels in collaborating with a team of inspired and enthusiastic individuals dedicated to leaving a lasting, positive impact on the education sector. Their shared goal is to empower those who utilise the software, engage with families and, most importantly, provide the best possible educational experiences for the children in their care.
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