Funding for these workshops is made possible through the Early Childhood Development Agreement

coordinated by Early Childhood Development Services, Nova Scotia Department of Education and Early Childhood Development

Mount Saint Vincent University 166 Bedford Highway Halifax, NS, B3M 2J6

Child and Youth Study Department

Fall 2016

Professional Development Workshops

For Early Childhood Educators

www.msvu.ca/earlychildhoodworkshops

Child and Youth Study: Bachelor of Arts, Master of

Arts, Early Childhood Administrator Certificate,

Professional Development Workshops —

be part of something BIG!

Intervention • Inclusion • Diversity. Our Children. Our Youth. Our Community .

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Now accepting applications for the upcoming course;

September 2016—May 2017!

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS IS AUGUST 18, 2016

Hear what participants are saying about the program:

“The overall programme exceeded my expectations because of the level of professionalism that was attained throughout the course”

“I have rekindled my commitment to the field of early childhood education and development and have a renewed determination to make a difference”

“I became more confident in my profession and myself” “This program has allowed me to see where I am able to take my career.”

“I have always been a hard worker but this course showed me that I was able to accomplish a lot more than I ever thought myself capable of…”

“The skills we learned were not only relevant to a career in child and youth but to any field.” “I feel more confident in my ability to manage groups of people “

“I would recommend this programme to any early childhood educator who wishes to aspire to a Directors position… I believe all of us should be required to take the course…”

“The exercises and assignments are not overly difficult and they are relevant to the field, which makes it much easier to work through.”

“The amount of growth I experienced personally and professionally during the past year because of the connections made with colleagues as well as the instructors and personal dedication to helping foster an even higher quality program for the children in my community could not have been accom-plished in any other way during such a short amount of time.”

Early Childhood Administrator - Continuing Education Course 2016-2017

For more information or an application form, Please see our insert, or visit our website;

http://www.msvu.ca/administratorcourse

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Tuition is $900 plus $130 for course materials. A Continuing Education Certificate will be awarded upon successful completion of the course. For more information, please contact:

Rhonda Rees Professional Development Coordinator

Department of Child and Youth Study, Mount Saint Vincent University (902) 457-6313 rhonda.rees@msvu.ca

This course does not qualify for the Nova Scotia Department of Education and Early Childhood Development

reimbursement Continuing Education Program.

http://www.msvu.ca/administratorcourse

Early Childhood Administrator - Continuing Education Course

Who: Early learning and childcare program administrators or educators.

What: Developing leadership skills, knowledge and competency in administering and managing early learning and

childcare programs.

When: September - May (two days a month; Friday & Saturday, 9am-4pm)

Where: Mount Saint Vincent University.

Why: You will develop competence in leadership and management training. Through a mixture of lectures, presenta-

tions, guest speakers, discussions, workplace based assignments and individual and group work, participants will develop

Modules Include: Management & Leadership Managerial Communication Human Resource Management ECE Policy Development Financial Management Marketing Child Care Programs Advocacy & Professionalism Strategic Planning Risk Management Curriculum Design Implementation & Evaluation Computer Application

Dates: Module Dates 2016-2017 Sessions Orientation Reception; Friday Sept. 9, 2015 9am-4pm Sept. 23 & 24, 2016 Oct. 21 & 22, 2016 Nov. 18 & 19, 2016 Dec. 9 & 10, 2016 Jan. 20 & 21, 2017 Feb. 24 & 25, 2017 March 24 & 25, 2017 April 21 & 22, 2017 May 12 & 13, 2017 Graduation TBA

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ALL REGISTRATION IS ONLINE

Please visit our website www.msvu.ca/earlychildhoodworkshops and follow the links to register for workshops. CONFIRMATION & CANCELLATION POLICY: Participation is not confirmed until payment is received. Confirmation receipt will be sent by email upon receipt of payment. All fees are non-refundable but you may allow an alternate person to attend in your absence. Please allow 48 hours advance notice if making a substitution, otherwise a $5.00 administration fee is required for a revised certificate of attendance. CERTIFICATES: A Certificate of Attendance (including number of workshops contact hours) is given out for all work-shops or workshop series. Participants must attend the full scheduled workshop session in order to receive a certificate. MEALS: A light lunch is included with all full day workshops.

Early Childhood Education Assistance & Continuing Education Programs

The Nova Scotia Department of Education and Early Childhood Development, Early Childhood

Development Services, has a recruitment and retention strategy to encourage more individuals into

the field, and to assist those already in the early child care sector to deliver quality licensed child

care services in Nova Scotia.

They offer two programs to provide financial support; the Early Childhood Education Assistance

program offers a debt reduction incentive, and the Continuing Education Program offers reim-

bursement for continuing education courses offered through the early childhood training institu-

tions in Nova Scotia. For more information on these programs, please visit their website:

http://www.ednet.ns.ca/earlyyears/pd/

Workshop information & online registration is on our website: www.msvu.ca/earlychildhoodworkshops

A light lunch is provided for all full day MSVU and offsite location workshops.

Fall 2016 Workshops at a Glance

Inspiring Spaces & Environments 6 PD hours Saturday September 17 OR October 1, 2016 9am-4pm Presenter: Liz Hicks

The Nova Scotia "Culture of Drugs and Alcohol” How are our children being influenced ? A Sharing For Early Childhood Educators 6 PD hours 6pm-9pm Wednesday September 21 AND

Wednesday October 5, 2016 Presenter: Dan Steeves

Collaborative Dialogue- The 5 W’s of Early Childhood 12.5 PD hours Thursdays October 13, 20 & 27, and November 3 & 17, 2016 6 pm – 8:30 pm Presenter: Kathy Black

Basic Management - Leading the Way (4 days/24 PD hours) Saturdays, 9am-4 pm: October 1, October 15, November 5 & November 26, 2016

Presenters: Bronwen Lloyd, Denise Stone & Susan Willis

Child Care Centre Menu Planning: Balancing Standards, Limited Resources and Child Likes (and dis-likes)! 5 PD hours Saturday October 1, 2016 9am-3pm Presenter: Linda Mann

Teaching Mathematics Through Play 10 PD hours Saturday October 15 and November 5, 2016 9am –3pm

Presenter: Chris Cocek

Knowledge is Power! Take Charge of your Self Care! (Antigonish, NS) 6 PD hours Saturday October 22, 2016 9 am - 4pm Presenter: Charlene Pickrem

Understanding Childhood Trauma in the Early Years 6 PD hours Saturday October 29, 2016 9 am - 4pm Presenters: Susan Adams & Judy Elliot

Behaviour IS Communication: Effective Communication, Behaviour Management & Positive Relation-

ship Building with Young Children (Sydney, NS) 6 PD hours Saturday November 5, 2016 9 am - 4pm

Presenters: Colin Morrison & Karen Carey

Linking Professionalism with Reflective Practice 4 PD hours Wednesday November 9 and

Wednesday November 16, 2016 6 pm – 8:00 pm Presenter: Christine McLean

The Impact and Long Term Effects of Bullying In Early Childhood 6 PD hours Saturday November 19,

2016 9am - 4pm Presenters: Colin Morrison & Karen Carey

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Presenter Biography: Liz Hicks has over 31 years working within the early childhood field, as an elementary school teacher, administrator of & teacher in a part –day program for 23 years, 5.5 years as an inclusion facilita-tor for Partnerships for Inclusion, part time faculty with NSCECE, & she is also a private consultant working with various Centres in H.R.M providing professional development in a variety of topics, environmental & inclu-sion rating scales, & program coordination. Her passion is to help educators (& administrators) find & develop their potential, so they can help children find & develop their potential.

Date: Saturday September 17, 2016 OR Saturday October 1, 2016 Time: : 9 am - 4 pm Cost: $55 Total PD hours: 6 hours Location: Evaristus Hall room 401 both dates Presenter: Liz Hicks

Description: This full-day workshop will introduce the participants to principles of inspiring spaces & a chance to talk with Centre Staff about their values in the classrooms & listen to a presentation from these Staff that will feature their thought processes behind their environments as well as explain & talk about their pas-sions for their practice. Three early learning centres will be visited for the purpose of viewing how their indoor & outdoor play spaces which have been designed to provide children with a sense of curiosity & expand play options:

Discussions & ideas on ways in which environments could inspire children, parents & the community will occur be-

fore the tour & during the tour. St. Joseph’s Children’s Centre has four locations & been servicing families since 1968. We will visit the Scotia

Square location, where there is a Montessori program, & full day programs that focus on the Highscope curriculum for

twos- four years old. Another interesting feature is their roof top outside playground

Edward Jost Children’s Centre located in Spryfield, & is the oldest daycare in metro Halifax, with over 100 years

service to families of children from birth to 5 years. Today there are two buildings that have been specifically de-

signed for child care by an architect

We will re-visit (previously in Fall of 2013) Fox Hollow Child Care Centre & Family Home Agency in Upper Tantal-

lon, which is now under new ownership. Fox Hollow Child Care Centre has a license for 18-month-olds to school age,

full day & part day programs, & is a nature-based centre with an outdoor classroom.

(participants will be provided with a box lunch, & will be bussed to the centres, departing & return-ing to MSVU)

Inspiring Spaces & Environments - Bus Tour

Description: Nova Scotia's rates of substance use are among the highest in Canada. Early childhood educators & adjunct educational professionals will benefit from understanding how this culture of sub-stance use impacts children & youth & the steps educators can take to protect & provide resiliency to the students in their care through the child's lifespan. Through these interactive & thought provoking workshops Dan will detail the key aspects of the Nova Scotia culture of drugs & alcohol & describe how we can improve child health by address-ing the culture of drugs & alcohol. Workshop participants will gain an enhanced understanding of the role popular culture & business interests play in substance use & be able compare “drug prevention” efforts of the past with “substance use health promotion” efforts of the future.

Presenter Biography: Dan Steeves is the Health Promotion Team Leader for NSHA Mental Health and Ad-dictions (Halifax, NS). He has been an adolescent addictions counselor, substance use researcher and a leader in both the provincial and the health district addiction systems for over 20 years. For the last ten years he has also been a part time faculty member at MSVU where he teaches in the Faulty of Education and Supervises Students in the Faculty of Child & Youth. Recently, Dan has spent time looking into the culture of substance use that dominates Nova Scotia and how it is affecting child health, learning and our community.

Dates: Wednesday September 21 AND Wednesday October 5, 2016 Time: 6 pm – 9 pm Cost: $55 Total PD hours: 6 hours Location: Evaristus Hall room 401 Presenter: Dan Steeves

The Nova Scotia "Culture of Drugs and Alcohol” How are Our Children Being Influenced? An Interactive Sharing for Early Childhood Educators and Teaching Professionals

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Basic Management Development - Leading the Way

Dates: Saturdays: October 1, October 15, November 5 & November 26, 2016 Time: 9am-4pm Cost: $200 or $55 per single day session Total PD hours: 6 hours each, or 24 PD hours total Location: Evaristus hall room 305 all days Presenters: Bronwen Lloyd, Denise Stone & Susan Willis

Description: The Leading the Way workshop series will provide an overview of the administration of early learning & care programs & the role of the administrator. The competence of the administrator is integral to the success of the organization. The skill & leadership ability of the administrator in a variety of disciplines is critical to the optimal & effi-cient functioning of the organization. A range of topics related to effective leadership, management & administration in early learning & care programs will be covered. This series will be of interest to those Early Childhood Educators interested in, or currently working in administration positions. The series may be taken inclusively or as single day sessions. Leading the Way: Managing & Leading Human Resources Saturday October 1, 2016 9am-4pm This session is about the people who work in early learning & care programs – how to create great teams, what they need to be successful & how to create an environment that supports their professional growth & development. We know that the caliber of our teaching staff is directly linked to the quality of the program. In this session we will identify & examine the role of the administrator as it relates to human resource management. Presenter: Susan Willis Leading the Way: Problem Solving Behavior & Inclusion Issues (Saturday October 15, 2016 9am-4pm: morning) Two controversial issues that frequently arise in child care facilities are related to behavior guidance & inclu-sion of children with special needs. These topics are often emotion driven & require a leader who can use a problem solving approach to ensure resolutions are positive & respectful of all stakeholders involved. In this workshop, partici-pants will be provided the opportunity to review their understanding of positive behaviour guidance & inclusion, review a variety of problem solving methods, & identify leadership skills necessary to support staff & families in working togeth-er to reach agreeable solutions/resolutions. Presenter: Denise Stone Leading the Way: Regulated Child Care in Nova Scotia: Requirements, Standards & Consultation (Saturday October 15, 2016 9am-4pm (afternoon) In this workshop, participants will receive an overview of the current govern-ment structure regarding regulated child care in Nova Scotia. Through discussion & reflection, participants will be pro-vided the opportunity to develop a shared understanding of the roles & responsibilities of government & child care licen-sees in ensuring children are cared for by knowledgeable, competent staff, in quality child care environments. Presenter: Bronwen Lloyd Leading the Way: Professional Development & Team Building Saturday November 5, 2016 9am-4pm An early learning & care program is all about relationships. The leadership of the administrator is critical in establishing the culture of the organization. In this session we will focus on how to create a healthy organizational culture, establish meaningful professional development & strengthen employee engagement. Presenter: Susan Willis Leading the Way: Financial Management & Strategic Thinking Saturday November 26, 2016 9am-4pm You can’t lead the way if you don’t know where you’re going. We don’t often think In terms of strategy in our field. In this session we will discuss the interrelatedness of financial management, planning & marketing of the early learning & care program. Presenter: Susan Willis Presenter Biographies: Bronwen Lloyd has been in the field of early childhood education since the early 1990’s. Throughout her career, Bronwen has worked as an educator, college/university instructor, researcher, consultant. Cur-rently, she works as Acting Coordinator, Child Care Centres Policy & Program Development for the Department of Ed-ucation & Early Childhood Development. Denise Stone (BCS, MEd) has been in the field of Early Childhood Educa-tion for over 30 years. A graduate of MSVU with a Bachelor of Child Studies & Master of Education degrees, she has worked in several provinces, & held a wide variety of positions in licensed child care and early intervention program’s, has taught post-secondary ECE courses and delivers workshops that focus on children with special needs, behavior guid-ance & human relationships. Susan Willis is the Executive Director of Point Pleasant Child Care Centre, a non profit organization with three locations in Halifax. She is President of Willis & Associates, Early Learning & Care Consultants & part time faculty at the Nova Scotia College of Early Childhood Education (formerly known as St. Joseph's College of Early Childhood Education). Susan is a long time advocate for quality early learning & care programs for young chil-dren.

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Child Care Centre Menu Planning: Balancing Standards,

Limited Resources and Child Likes (and dislikes)!

Description: This workshop is designed for those involved or interested in menu planning for regulated child care centres. Child care centre menu planners have many factors to consider – food & nutrition standards that have to be followed precisely; limited budgets, space & staff resources in the centres; parental expectations; special dietary needs; promotion of healthy eating behaviours; & perhaps most challenging of all, the evolving food likes & dis-likes of young children. Following a review of these factors, participants will engage in a series of exercises to adapt recipes & plan menus for child care centres. Participants are encouraged to bring their menus for evaluation & revi-sion.

Presenter Biographies: Linda Mann is an Associate Professor with the Department of Applied Human Nu-trition at Mount Saint Vincent University. Linda's research expertise is in child care centre nutrition & the pro-motion of healthy lifestyles. She participated in the advisory committee that informed the development of the Standards for Food & Nutrition in Regulated Child Care Centres & stemming from that work she coordinat-ed an action research project to develop & disseminate menu planning tools. She is a Co-Principal Investigator for the Nutrition Standards in Child Care Project. Her other active research areas include the Student Meal Study & the MSVU Wellness for All project. She is also a research collaborator on the Early Years Centres Evaluation project.

Date: Saturday October 1, 2016 Time: 9am- 3 pm Cost: $55 Total PD hours: 5 hours Location: Evaristus Hall room 409 Presenters: Linda Mann & co-presenter; TBA

Description: This five session series is designed to provide an opportunity for participants to share perspec-tives, insights, & strategies to improve their current early childhood experience. In a relaxed cooperative envi-ronment, the participants will discuss the; who, what, when, where & why of teaching in an early childhood class-room. During the first session participants will choose topics of interest to outline the discussions for the re-maining 4 sessions.

Presenter Biography: Kathy Black graduated from the MSVU BCS program & has worked in the early child-hood field for over 30 years. She has taught several years in the early childhood classroom & has enjoyed con-sulting & facilitating curriculum workshops throughout the province since 2005.

Dates: 5x Wednesday evenings, October 13, 20 & 27, & November 3 & 17, 2016 Time: 6 pm – 8:30 pm Cost: $110 Total PD hours: 12.5 hours Location: Evaristus Hall room 102 Presenter: Kathy Black

Collaborative Dialogue- The 5 W’s of Early Childhood

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Presenter Biography: Chris Cocek is a currently a math coach with Halifax Regional School Board. He is also an in-structor for St. Francis Xavier University & Mount Saint Vincent University in mathematics & educational technology. Prior to his current position, Chris was a P-9 classroom teacher. He is currently completing a PhD focusing on the online learning experience of educators.

Description: Introducing numbers & mathematics in early childhood helps children develop critical thinking & rea-soning skills. Providing a solid foundation in basic math skills is extremely important, & prepares preschoolers for ele-mentary school math curriculum. However, many adults & early educators have math phobias & find numbers & math concepts intimidating. In this two part workshop, participants will explore the components of an effective mathematics program. This ten-hour session will provide the participants with the opportunity to learn how to develop some key early math skills for young children. Each session will be interactive & participants will be expected to engage in discus-sions, activities, & reflections. Time will be allocated for participants to develop, create & collaborate on math activities for their workplace. Session 1: Introduction to Early Learners Math Concepts (5 hours) Saturday, October 15 -9am to 3pm What are the skills that our early learners are required to know? This session will focus on the concepts such as number sense, counting, estimating, geometry, & problem solving. Making math connections between home & the early learn-ing centred will be also be explored. Time to explore many relevant math activities for young learners will be provided. Session 2: Teaching Mathematics Through Play (5 hours) Saturday, November 5th -9am to 3pm Pt 1: “Play is work of the child” said Maria Montessori & math learning can be successfully fostered through a play-based learning environment. This session will introduce participants to the theory & developmental stages of play based learning. The exploration of play activities through the use of manipulatives, art, & physical activities will be examined. Pt 2: How do you create effective math activities? This session will explore the concept of creating “I can” statements that allow students to assess their own ability to successfully complete math activities. An overview of valuable literacy sources that can be used to connect students to math concepts will also be discussed.

Dates: Saturday October 15 AND Saturday, November 5, 2016 Time: 9am to 3pm each day Cost: $110

Total PD hours: 10 hours Location: Evaristus Hall room 401 both days Presenter: Chris Cocek

Teaching Mathematics Through Play

Description: As a Child & Youth Care Worker/Practitioner for the past twenty-three years Charlene is aware of her own personal journey with the costs of caring. The workshop content & strategies have been designed to address all those working in fields where vicarious trauma, burnout & compassion fatigue can be prevalent. The workshop will provide an introduction to the potential costs of caring. Research findings & Charlene’s experience with vicarious trauma, burnout & compassion fatigue will be examined & shared to provide individ-uals the ability to identify the precursors, symptoms & potential interventions in their own work culture & life-style. Participants will work interactively in the workshop process engaging in therapeutic activities, ice break-ers, behavioral styles assessment, & a work life balance exercise. The workshop is designed to guide & support participants develop self awareness, self efficacy & knowledge as an opportunity to take charge of ones' self-care as well as rejuvenate, recharge or reignite the joy within your practice.

Presenter Biography: Charlene Pickrem has twenty three years of experience in the Child & Youth field as a Residential Child & Youth Care Worker, with HomeBridge Youth Society, & as an instructor of a Child & Youth program. A Mount Saint Vincent two time graduate Charlene attained her Bachelor of Arts in Psychol-ogy & Anthropology & completed her Master of Arts in Child & Youth Study this past year. As an individual who experienced vicarious trauma & burnout she focused her thesis on Burnout in Residential Child & Youth Care Workers & is eager to share her experiences & awareness with others.

Date: Saturday October 22, 2016 Antigonish Time: 9 am- 4 pm Cost: $55 Total PD hours: 6 hours Location: Maritime Inn, 158 Main Street Antigonish Presenter: Charlene Pickrem

Knowledge is Power! Take Charge of Your Self Care!

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Behaviour IS Communication: Effective Communication, Behaviour Management &

Positive Relationship Building with Young Children

Description: All behaviour is communication. Research has shown that the most common reason children exhibit challenging behaviours is because they are unable to have their needs met or understood. Research also tells us that effective communication with children requires communication styles, behavioural approaches & open environ-ments & settings that are appropriate to the child's age & cognitive ability. Understanding how children communicate & self regulate is crucial for rewarding interactions with them. This workshop will provide information on ways to effectively communicate with school aged children, providing practical tips on how to manage challenging behaviours while building positive relationships, as well as emphasis on establishing better home/school collaborations. We will look at a variety of age groups & mental health disorders, discussing communication styles, strategies & support mechanisms that can be implemented when working in school based environments.

Presenter Biographies: Colin Morrison has over 20 years’ experience working with children & youth in the mental health field. Colin has served primarily as case coordinator for families & children in the Child & Family Day Treat-ment Program at the IWK. He has extensive experience in developing & running groups with children, particularly in the area of emotional & self regulation. Karen Carey has over 15 years’ experience working with children & youth in the mental health field. Karen has served as a case coordinator with Child & Family Day Treatment in the past, & currently serves as a Transition Support Worker with the IWK Complex Case Team. She has developed specific par-enting programs in the past targeted at children with complex behavioural issues, & has extensive experience as In-credible Years Parenting group facilitator. Colin & Karen have seen positive & long lasting benefits for children AND families when they are provided education, strategies, guidance, empathy, & support. They see effective com-munication & open collaboration as the key ingredients in supporting positive futures for the children & families un-der their care.

Date: Saturday November 5, 2016 Time: 9 am-4pm Cost: $55 Total PD hours: 6 hours Location: Cambridge Suites Sydney, 380 Esplanade Presenter: Colin Morrison & Karen Carey

Presenter Biographies: Susan Adams, BA.,B.Ed.,M.Ed & Judy Elliot, BA., B.Ed., MA have many years experi-ence between them working with children & youth in the Mental Health field, in both classroom & group settings. They have developed & facilitated skill building & process groups, & worked extensively with families & schools to support children & youth in their emotional & social growth, & academic success. Susan & Judy recognize the im-portant role that caregivers & educational staff have in the child’s life, & the need to work as a team on their behalf. They strongly believe that all aspects of a child’s growth are enhanced by positive strategies, interaction, & planning.

Description: Childhood Trauma impacts how children grow & develop. It influences the way children see & react to the world & people around them. This workshop will provide participants with information regarding the impact of complex trauma on brain development as well as social, emotional, & behavioral functioning. We will look at strat-egies that can be implemented to work with children impacted by trauma & how to support the growth of trauma sensitive environments

Dates: Saturday October 29, 2016 Time: 9am—4pm Cost: $55 Total PD hours: 6 hours

Location: Evaristus Hall room 401 Presenters: Susan Adams & Judy Elliot

Understanding Childhood Trauma in the Early Years

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The Impact and Long Term Effects of Bullying In Early Childhood

Description: Research confirms bullying is not a new phenomenon, that it’s been happening for a long has hu-mans have misused their power to intimidate, abuse & hurt those who are weaker. Bullying can affect everyone, including those who are bullied, those who bully, & those who witness bullying. Bullying is linked to many nega-tive outcomes including impacts on mental health, substance use, & suicide. The goal of our presentation is to explore & educated attendees on: How Bullying Has Changed over Time, The types of Bullying, How Kids Signal Distress, The Long-Lasting Scars of Bullying;Ways Educators Can Help Youth manage Bullies as well as Intervention & Prevention(s).

Presenter Biographies: See page 10

Date: Saturday November 19, 2016 Time: 9 am-4pm Cost: $55 Total PD hours: 6 hours Location: Evaristus Hall room 401 Presenter: Colin Morrison & Karen Carey

Presenter Biography: Christine McLean has been involved in early childhood education in Newfoundland & Lab-rador since 1988 in various capacities, including an ECE instructor at the College of the North Atlantic, Registrar of Certification at the Association of Early Childhood Educators of Newfoundland & Labrador, child care consultant with the Department of Child, Youth & Family Services, & most recently, as Provincial Manager of the ECE Pro-gram at College of the North Atlantic. Christine has a Bachelor of Child Study from Mount St. Vincent University, a Bachelor of Special Education from Acadia University & a Masters of Early Childhood Education from the Universi-ty of Cincinnati. Currently, she is a PhD student with the University of Toronto, Ontario Institute of Studies in Edu-cation (OISE). Christine joined the faculty in the Child & Youth Study program at MSVU in July as assistant profes-sor & is very excited about coming full circle back to Nova Scotia & the Mount.

Description: This two part workshop focuses on the links between the ECE profession & reflective prac-tice. During the session, participants will examine what it means to be a reflective practitioner & about values & ex-periences can help to promote & support reflection for both adults & children in early learning settings.

Dates: Wednesday November 9 AND Wednesday November 16, 2016 Time: 6pm—8pm each day Cost: $110

Total PD hours: 4 hours Location: Evaristus Hall room 401 both days Presenter: Christine McLean

Linking Professionalism with Reflective Practice

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ALL REGISTRATION IS NOW ONLINE

Please visit our website www.msvu.ca/earlychildhoodworkshops

and follow the links to register for workshops

For additional information or to receive a copy of

our electronic brochure please contact:

Rhonda Rees Professional Development Coordinator Department of Child and Youth Study

(902) 457-6313 rhonda.rees@msvu.ca

http://www.msvu.ca/earlychildhoodworkshops