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An educator's role in play-based learning

It is widely agreed that young children are capable, competent learners who can drive their own learning. So, where does this leave the educator?

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One of the most common catchphrases we all hear in ECE now is “Children learn best through play.” And as educators, we know and understand this.

But what exactly is our role as educators in play-based learning?
How much should we be involved vs observing?
How much should we be setting the environment or following the children’s lead?

The role of educators in early childhood education has transformed significantly as new research and evolving theories have deepened our understanding of how children learn. Today, it’s widely accepted that young children are capable, competent learners who can take charge of their own learning journey.

So, what does this mean for educators?

In this webinar, we will:

Explore the balance between teacher-led and child-led learning in a play-based environment.
Dispel common myths about what effective teaching looks like and clarify the educator's role.
Offer practical guidance on how to actively and meaningfully engage in your role within a play-based setting.

Join us as we redefine what it means to teach in today’s ECE landscape, ensuring you can support children's learning in intentional, impactful ways.

About the presenter

Bridgit Williams

MProfStud(Ed); BA (Ed); DipTchgECE; PGDip Montessori

Bridgit has been a professional learning facilitator and mentor since 2008, previously with EC Professional Support at the University of Auckland. She believes effective leadership and ongoing professional learning are key to improving quality in early childhood education.

Bridgit completed her Masters degree in early 2015, looking specifically at the induction and mentoring of ECE teachers. Her professional interests include effective leadership and communication, inclusive teaching practice, intentional teaching and implementing authentic curriculum.

Listening to this reaffirms what we are trying to do in our kindergarten.

— SHARON

This webinar let me realised that much of the taken-for-granted teaching is not helping children's learning progression. Awesome webinar and thanks!

— XUAN

This encouraged me to go back to relook through the teaching techniques book that was my go to back when I studied 15 years ago.

— RACHEL

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