DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION AND TRAINING Australian Curriculum + Early Years Learning Framework Katherine Region.

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Australian Curriculum +

Early Years Learning Framework

Katherine Region

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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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