Conceptual PlayWorlds for Teaching STEM in Primary Schools

Conceptual PlayWorlds for Teaching STEM in Primary Schools
Conceptual PlayWorlds for Teaching STEM in Primary Schools

Principal speaker

Oriana Ramunno, Research Assistant, Monarsh University

Event overview:

Join Monash University's Oriana Ramunno for this team-focused intensive. Develop your own strategies for implementing Conceptual Playworlds into STEM classes, and empower young children (especially girls) to discover STEM is for THEM!

Participants will work towards the outcomes outlined below:

CONCEPTUAL PLAYWORLD PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Preparation: Complete the Consent Form and the Pre-PD Survey

Have your story book ready

Introduction:
- Introduce yourself in group chat

Five Characteristics:
- Selecting a story
- Designing a CPW space
- Entering and Exiting
- Setting up the play inquiry
- Planning teacher Interactions

Planning:
- Work on your CPW Planning Proforma
- Read CPW resources

Sharing:
- Have your CPW Planning Proforma ready
- Join CPW Educators FB page
- Share your idea!

Conceptual PlayWorld Implementation

Reflections and Post-PD Survey

CERTIFICATE

About the Presenter:

Oriana Ramunno is a professional storyteller. Oriana brings to the Conceptual PlayLab 19 years of experience as a teacher in various settings; early childhood, early primary and tertiary settings. Her role in the PlayLab involves working with educators and teachers in early childhood and primary settings in the planning and implementation of Conceptual PlayWorlds. Her motivation is driven by her continuing role and research interests in Conceptual PlayWorlds.


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RSVP on or before Thursday 11 August 2022 13.38 pm, by email pdn@griffith.edu.au , or by phone 07 37355626 , or via https://www.griffith.edu.au/arts-education-law/school-education-professional-studies/opportunities/professional-development-network/upcoming-events

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