On 20 August, EPEC Education is conducting a free webinar on Unpacking Critical Reflection - Strategies for identifying and recording thoughts and experiences, to guide practice.
Dr Mary Anne Hall will be discussing how educators can engage with questions of Service philosophy and practice, to foster a Centre of exceeding quality and practice.
Topics covered will include:
- Strategies for identifying your own thoughts and experiences, and using these to produce better outcomes for your children.
- How to use daily reflection diaries to reflect on, and evaluate the experiences of the day.
- Strategies for starting and sticking with a daily reflection habit.
This Webinar is suitable for all early childhood educators who are involved in program development and implementation.
Date: Thursday, 20 August 2020
Time: 7:30 AM – 8:30 AM IST
To register and for more information: Unpacking Critical Reflection
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