About The Event

This workshop is for teachers of senior primary school students wanting to understand play pedagogy and how to integrate this into their classroom program.

Content will include:

• What play looks like for older kids, and how it differs from younger children’s play
• Understanding and applying concepts of student agency and self-directed learning
• Understanding key developmental stages for older kids and the impact of these on their learning opportunities
• Understanding the link between play and other forms of learning, such as inquiry, STEM/STEAM, Genius Hour, Maker Space, Passion Projects etc
• Examining the resources needed to respond to self-directed inquiry by students
• Discussing the role of the teacher in supporting play at this level
• Planning, Assessment and Documentation
• Achieving a balance between explicit acts of teaching and self-directed, child-led learning opportunities

Suitable for:

Teachers, senior leaders, teacher aides of students years four to eight.