NESA Accredited: Inquiry-based learning (2-part online series)

May Series: Thursday 22 and 29 May 2025 -4.30pm – 6.00pm

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September Series: Wednesday 17 and 24 September -4.30pm – 6.00pm

Inquiry-based learning is an approach often adopted in our early childhood programs. But have we thought about what authentic inquiry-based learning means and looks like in practice? This session will explore the following questions:

• What is inquiry-based learning?
• How can we ignite children’s enthusiasm for inquiry?
• What is the role of the educator?

Completing Inquiry-based learning will contribute 3 hours of NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) Accredited PD in the priority area of Delivery and assessment of NSW Curriculum/Early Years Learning Framework addressing Standard Descriptor 3.3.2 from the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers towards maintaining Proficient Teacher in NSW.

National Quality Standard – QA 1 Educational program and practice

Presenters

Fran Bastion

Fran’s engagement in the early childhood education sector spans over 30 years. Fran’s work is currently anchored in the exploration of the role of teacher as researcher, inquiry-based teaching and learning, pedagogical documentation, and the language of the learning environment.

Laure Hislop

Laure has over 35 years’ experience in early childhood education. In 2016, she was awarded the NSW Premier’s Early Childhood Education Scholarship and completed a study tour around the USA, exploring technology use in early childhood. Laure is passionate about technology as a curriculum tool and promoting innovative programs.