Free Webinar Play-based Learning With Intentionality

Join the Australian Education Research Organisation (AERO) for an engaging panel discussion that explores how intentional teaching within play-based learning can transform outcomes for all children in early childhood education and care settings. 

This panel presentation will share insights from AERO's recently published discussion paper, Play-based learning with intentionality, and highlight evidence-based strategies that leaders, educators and teachers can use to maximise learning opportunities through purposeful, responsive interactions. 

Expert Panel 

Panel chair: Dr Katey De Gioia, AERO Director, Strategic Engagement ＆ Implementation (ECEC)

Featured panellists: 

• Dr Anne Kennedy - AERO Board Member and respected early childhood academic

• Dr Luke Touhill - AERO Senior Teaching and Learning Specialist 

• Amy Shine - Director, Forbes Preschool

Session Format 

The panel discussion will include: 

• scene setting and introduction to AERO's intentional teaching research 

• key findings from the discussion paper 

• practical insights from current research trials 

• a panel discussion drawing on submitted questions – please add your questions as part of your registration, below.    

About Early Learning Matters Week 

This webinar is part of Early Learning Matters Week, an initiative designed to: 

• raise awareness of the importance of early learning in shaping children's development and wellbeing 

• highlight the significant role that early learning plays in laying the foundation for future success 

• emphasise the value of quality early childhood education and care. 

Register Now

Registration is free and includes access to the live webinar session and an opportunity to submit questions for the panel. A recording will be made available following the webinar.

For more information: Play-based Learning with Intentionality: Maximising Outcomes for All Children

Registration closes at 10:00 AM on 19 August 2025