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Continuous

Professional Learning

Creating a Bridge Between Research and Practice in Early Learning and Child Care

The Professional Resource Center (PRC)

The PRC is committed to providing members with current evidence based research and

quality materials for early learning and child care (ELCC) programming.

Continuous professional learning opportunities are offered through workshops, training,

webinars, pedagogical consultation, networking and communities of practice.

The Fall 2016 calendar offers many opportunities for educators to participate and

engage in professional dialogue, discussion and reflection.

Take advantage of these opportunities and register today at www.eceprc.ca

LEARN EDUCATE LEAD

Fall 2016

Become a PRC Member Today! Our evidence based resources combine current research and quality materials to

enhance your programs and understanding of learning. Our members receive discounts

on in-house workshops, lending privileges for our library and access to our data bank of

research and early learning and care articles. Members also receive updates on current

information in the ELC community and have access to our work

stations and equipment (laminator, computer, binding machine etc).

New** Members have access to pedagogical support! Join today and

discover the value of belonging to a professional organization that is invested in your

professional growth, our community and the future.

Click here to learn more about becoming a PRC member.

http://www.eceprc.ca

http://www.eceprc.ca/membership.html

Early Learning Gala – It’s All About Balance!

Wednesday October 19, 2016

Time: 7 - 9 PM Doors open at 6:30 PM

Location: 425 Bingemans Centre

Dr, Kitchener, ON

The Child Care Network of Waterloo Region asks you to join us for an evening of celebration, appreciation and reflection for the field of early education and care. Keynote by author and motivational speaker C.J Calvert. Cash bar, tea and coffee service only. Door prizes and special draw for those that attend.

Early Bird $15.00

After Sept. 30th

$18.00

Pedagogical Consultation and

Support for ALL members!

Offered by appointment in the

PRC on Thursdays .

Organizations with group

memberships that wish to seek in

house service and support should

contact the PRC to set an

appointment.

For more information or to book an

appointment please call

519.748.5220 ext. 2826

Or e-mail

Pedagogicalconsultant@

conestogac.on.ca

One on one support offers an opportunity to engage in critical reflection on your practice and build a deeper understanding on How Does Learning Happen? Ontario’s Pedagogy for the Early Years.

Take an active role in your learning and understanding of our shifting practices and sector. Connect to research, set goals and reflect on your practice in a safe and inclusive setting.

No cost to

Members of the

PRC

New** Benefit to

membership

For more information visit our website at www.eceprc.ca

Conestoga College, ECE Building 299 Doon Valley Drive, Kitchener, ON N2G 4M4

Other ways to register: Call 519.748.5220 ext. 3388

E-mail: [email protected]

mailto:[email protected]


https://www.conestogacommunity.ca/ecefall2016

https://conestogacommunity.ca/PRC/early-learning-gala

PRC Open House

Wednesday September 14, 2016

Time: 5:30 PM—8:00 PM**

Drop in

Location: Doon Campus, ECE

Building

See first-hand all of the new resources we have available in our library, the tools and services we offer and top it off with a tour of our facilities and the inspiring children’s spaces within our Child Development Centre and Lab School. Meet the team and our pedagogical consultant who can offer members one on one coaching (at no additional cost!). This is a drop in open house, anyone is welcome, no need to register.

No Cost to

Attend

Sponsored

Event

2 in 1 Workshop: SMARTER Goal

Setting + Goal Setting for CPL

Presenter: PRC

Monday September 19, 2016

Time: 6:30 PM—8:30 PM

Location: Doon Campus, ECE Building

This workshop will introduce individuals to the “SMARTER” goal model. Often programs and educators find the Fall a time of change, to look forward and set new professional goals. In this session we will look at what those goals could be, share why goals fail and how to avoid common mistakes that can create obstacles towards reaching your goals. Make this the year you “DO IT”! We will also look at the Colleges Continuous Professional Learning (CPL) program.

PRC Member

$6.00

Non-Member

$12.00

Partners in Practice—Partners in Learning (Cooperating Teacher

Support Session)

Presenter: Bev Laking & Violet Nemec


6:15—8:15 PM OR

Monday September 26, 2016 6:15—8:15 PM

Location: Doon Campus, Main

Building Rm. 2A301

Are you new to the role of supporting College students? Do you have questions about the evaluation? Need clarification on the responsibilities of the student? Have you been away from the field for a while? Are you new to our community? Please join us! The evening will be informative and there will be opportunities for discussion. As community partners in our students’ learning your thoughts and input are important to us… we look forward to seeing you! Please note that if your location is a new field placement site it is mandatory that at least one staff working directly with the student attend this training session.

No Cost to

Attend

Sponsored

Event

Other ways to register: Call 519.748.5220 ext. 3388


Workshops at a glance — From the PRC




https://www.conestogacommunity.ca/partners-in-practice-partners-in-learning

Introduction to How Does Learning Happen (HDLH)

Presenter: PRC


Time: 6:30 PM—8:30 PM

Location: Doon-ECE Building

In 2014, the Ministry of Education released “How Does Learning Happen? Ontario’s Pedagogy for the Early Years,” but what does that mean for us? This basic introduction will leave participants with an understanding of its importance, intent and purpose as well as how it aligns with new legislation guidelines as we move forward as a sector. Don’t get left behind, get informed!

PRC Member

Free Non-Member

$6.00

Everyone will get their own copy of HDLH

ECERS-3 Training

Presenter: Region of Waterloo

Wednesday October 5, 2016 Time: 6:30 PM—9 PM

Monday October 17, 2016 Time: 6:30 PM—8 PM


Full ECERS-3 is a two-part training session on the use of the Early Childhood Environment Rating Scale – Revised Edition including inter-rater reliability. A three-hour practice observation MUST be completed in a 2.5 – 6 year old child care setting between Part 1 and Part 2 with a partner or group of three (3). Manuals available for loan or purchase through the PRC.

No Cost to

Attend

Sponsored

Event

I Belong… A Photo Study of Early Learning Environments

Presenter: PRC


Time: 6:30 PM—8:30 PM


We invite participants to bring a photograph(s) of their learning environments to engage in a photo study. Using the foundations of How Does Learning Happen as a lens along with critical reflection and collaborative inquiry we will examine the environments as we explore the concept of belonging. Additional photographs and resources will be shared.

PRC Member

$6.00

Non-Member

$12.00

Building Collaborative Relationships in FDK Teams

Presenter: Andrea Stirling

Monday October 24, 2016

Time: 6:30 PM—8:30 PM


There has been a significant amount of research invested in the early years, and many focus on FDK – but what about the aspects of the relationship between the teaching partners that make this educational team? With relationships identified as a foundational anchor to learning this evening will focus on the research as well as strategies and supports to build and foster partnerships for FDK teams. Participants will review current research, engage in meaningful reflection and team building activities. Participants are encouraged to come in teams if possible.

PRC Member

$6.00

Non-Member

$12.00

Workshops at a glance — From the PRC Other ways to register: Call 519.748.5220 ext. 3388





https://www.conestogacommunity.ca/PRC/environmental-scales

Don’t Miss the Beat

Presenter: PRC


Time: 6:30 PM—8:30 PM


With an ever shifting and evolving practice has music, songs and rhymes lost their place within our programs? Clear your throats and tap along for this hands on, rhythm infused, sing a-long event that will help participants to rediscover the importance and presence of music in the classroom. Let’s bring music back!

PRC Member

$6.00

Non-Member

$12.00

Digging Deeper into How Does Learning Happen (HDLH)

Presenter: PRC

Monday November 7, 2016

Time: 6:30 PM—8:30 PM


This workshop goes beyond the introduction to the key concepts and four foundations of the document to really offer an opportunity for participants to think critically and reflect on their own practice in relation to HDLH. This workshop is a follow up to the introduction workshop or for those who are more comfortable with the document.

PRC Member

$6.00

Non-Member

$12.00

Educator as Researcher through Pedagogical Documentation

Presenter: PRC

Wednesday November 9, 2016

Time: 6:30 PM—8:30 PM


This workshop takes an in-depth look at the

power of pedagogical documentation. Let’s

examine the value and meaning of what the

documentation is telling us about children’s

learning. Through the role as “educator as

researcher” we will look at shifting perspectives

around documentation to inform our current

practice and help guide future curriculum planning

in play, inquiry and provocations.

PRC Member

$6.00

Non-Member

$12.00

Communities of Practice Network Launch (CoP)

Presenter: PRC + CoP Leaders


Time: 6:30 PM—8:00 PM


A Community of Practice (CoP) is a place where like-minded individuals come to collaborate and learn together. They offer opportunities to revisit ideas and grow through reflection, inquiry and practice. Join us as we look at four NEW CoP’s, meet the facilitators who will support these groups and explore the shift in professional learning across our sector. This is a sponsored event, no cost to attend.

No Cost to

Attend

Sponsored

Event






Thinking OUTSIDE the Box: A journey about outdoor

programing

Presenter: PRC & Lab School


Time: 6:30 PM—8:30 PM


It began with an invitation to rethink our play-ground, to question what we really wanted, what children really needed and then we did the unthinkable…

But this is a journey, one we are still on. Our shifts in programing didn’t happen overnight, and there were many bumps and learnings that continue to come our way. Join us as we share our story, and relook at outdoor programing and examine the shifting mindsets that brought us to where we are today. Participants will be invited to share their own stories and questions, and explore our learning environments both inside and out at the Child Development Lab School.

PRC Member

$6.00

Non-Member

$12.00

Saturday November 19, 2016

Time: 8 AM – 12:30 PM

Location: Doon - Main Building

Registration to open in October with more details on the guest speakers. Save the date and join your community in an exciting morning of guest speakers sharing their research, experience and passion for early learning.

PRC Member

$45.00

Non-Member

$50.00

Getting STEAMed Up: Exploring everyday Science, Technology,

Engineering, Art and Math

Presenter: PRC


Time: 6:30 PM—8:30 PM


STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) based programing can often be intimidating with a belief that those “teaching” these skills must be experts, that they require expensive and elaborate materials and resources and that they are only achievable through projects, or teacher planned/led activities. The truth of the matter is that early childhood programs are already a rich source of opportunities for such skills to emerge – through our everyday materials and resources already on hand. With educators as co-learners alongside children, we invite you to relook at our roles, environments and the opportunities we create and support to embrace STEM in the classroom. We will also look at the shift from STEM to STREAM with the recognition of the importance of the arts.

PRC Member

$6.00

Non-Member

$12.00






Mentoring Matters - Cultivating the next generation of Early

Childhood Educators

Presenter: Bev Laking & Violet Nemec


Time: 6:30 PM—8:30 PM


Are you supporting ECE students and/or new colleagues? If so, come discover what mentorship is and how to develop a supportive and responsive relationship. This workshop will address effective mentoring practices and how they tie in with How Does Learning Happen. This workshop will also function as a "refresher" for more experienced mentors.

PRC Member

$6.00

Non-Member

$12.00

Beyond Crayons: The value of art

Presenter: PRC


Time: 6:30 PM—8:30 PM


Warning: This workshop may inspire creativity! Art is often an area of programming that is underutilized for a variety of reasons: lack of funding, knowledge, unique materials and even space to allow for art to expand and unfold beyond markers, crayons and paper. This workshop will offer participants an opportunity to dig deep into the value of art along with practical and inspiring ideas to ingrate into any early learning environment.

PRC Member $6.00

Non-Member

$12.00

Professional Journey Community of Practice (CoP)

Presenter: PRC

Monday December 5, 2016

Time: 6:30 PM—8:30 PM


The identity and expectations for Early Childhood Educators have shifted with the many changes within our sector. With this change comes a grow-ing accountability and responsibility as a profes-sional in connection to our standards of practice and ethical obligations. This group will look more deeply at these shifts and expectations through opportunities to connect them to our practice us-ing the College of Early Childhood Educators (CECE) resources (Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice, case studies and the Continuous Pro-fessional Learning Portfolio, etc.). This group is best intended for RECEs or students in the sector with a desire to explore their professional identity and roles, as well as work towards meeting the CECE mandate in relationship to their personal portfolio (CPL).

CoP Member

FREE

Non-Member

$4.00

Annual CoP

membership:

PRC Member

$6.00

General Public

$12.00






Events at a Glance—From the PRC

All events take place at Doon Campus for Conestoga College unless otherwise stated.

Expires December 2017 Not valid for any courses, series, free workshops or network meetings. Must be a valid member of the PRC to collect stamps and receive free workshop. No cash value. Please see PRC staff for further details.

“CREATING A BRIDGE BETWEEN RESEARCH AND PRACTICE IN EARLY LEARNING AND CARE"

FREE!

It's here! The Professional Resource Centre is excited to announce our new Membership Advantage Card!

This card allows members to collect stamps at each workshop they attend and after collecting 5 stamps from paid workshops they get the 6th workshop for free! Ask for your card at the PRC!

Expires December 2017

Not valid for any courses, series, free workshops or network meetings. Must be a valid member of the PRC

to collect stamps and receive free workshop. No cash value. Please see PRC staff for further details.

Loose Parts

Presenter: PRC

Wednesday December 7, 2016

Time: 6:30 PM—8:30 PM


Explore the endless possibilities and many benefits that loose parts have to offer in contributing to rich and meaningful learning environments and opportunities for young children. Materials and ideas for innovative play will be shared and challenged through hands-on opportunities and dialogue.

PRC Member

$6.00

Non-Member

$12.00



“Continuous professional learning refers to the systematic and intentional maintenance and

expansion of the knowledge, skills, and ethical values and behaviours necessary to ensure

ongoing quality professional practice .”

- College of Early Childhood Educators

Register online at https://www.conestogacommunity.ca/ecefall2016

or click on any of the “Register Now” icons. Other ways to register:

Call 519-748-5220 ext. 3388 or E-mail [email protected] Conestoga

College, ECE Building 299 Doon Valley Drive, Kitchener, ON, N2G 4M4

Wednesday September 14, 2016 Monday September 19, 2016 Wednesday September 21, 2016 Monday September 26, 2016 Wednesday September 28, 2016

PRC Open House SMARTER Goals Setting + Goal Setting for CPL Partners in Practice—Partners in Learning (Coop Teacher Support) Partners in Practice—Partners in Learning (Coop Teacher Support) Introduction to How Does Learning Happen (HDLH)







Environment Rating Scale Training Pt. 1

I Belong...A Photo Study of Early Learning Environments

Environment Rating Scale Training Pt. 2

Early Learning Gala—It’s All About Balance!

Building Collaborative Relationships in FDK Teams

Don’t Miss the Beat





Saturday November 19, 2016




Digging Deeper into How Does Learning Happen (HDLH)

Educator as Researcher through Pedagogical Documentation

Communities of Practice Network Launch (CoP)

Thinking Outside the Box: A journey about outdoor programing

Early Learning and Child Care 1/2 day Conference

Getting STEAMed Up: Exploring everyday STEAM

Mentoring Matters—Cultivating the next generation of ECE

Beyond Crayons: The value of art

Monday December 5, 2016

Wednesday December 7, 2016

Professional Journey CoP

Loose Parts

Events at a Glance—From the PRC

All events take place at Doon Campus for Conestoga College unless otherwise stated.




Connect with us at the

Professional Resource Centre!

Conestoga College, ECE Building

299 Doon Valley Drive

Kitchener, Ontario N2G 4M4

519-748-5220 ext. 3388

[email protected] www.eceprc.ca

Hours of Operation:

Monday……….9:00 am - 8:00 pm

Tuesday….…...9:00 am - 8:00 pm

Wednesday…..9:00 am - 8:00 pm

Thursday……...9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Friday………...9:00 am - 5:00 pm

The PRC is closed on weekends and

statutory holidays.

Registration Information:

Credit card payments can only be made through the on-line

registration system at this time.

Other payment can be made the day of the presentation in

the form of cash or cheque made payable to Conestoga

College— please note that PRC does not support debit

transactions at this time.

Receipts are available upon request.

If you require cancellation of your registration please provide

three working days notice prior to the workshop date so we

can invite someone on the waiting list.

Workshops will be cancelled if the minimum number of

participants is not reached and you will be notified two

working days prior to the workshop date.

Inclimate weather closures and cancelations will be posted

on our website and tweeted out to subscribers.

All registration fees are non-refundable, but

transferrable to another participant for the same event.

Paid parking available (Mon-Fri) at

meters in lot #6

Evenings (after 4 PM) and

Weekends all parking is free

use lot #7 or #6 and enter ECE

building through the side door,

closest to lot #7.

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