Implementing PLD in the Early Years (T3-Sep-2023)

Implementing PLD in the Early Years (T3-Sep-2023)

Date:
9:00am, 5th Sep 2023 - 3:00pm, 5th Sep 2023

Presenter:
Caitlin Brandt

Topic:
Implementing PLD in the Early Years

Venue:
O'Shea Centre, 19 Lovedale Street Wilston Qld 4051

Price:
$170.00 Members | $195.00 Non-Members | $160.00 Specialist Teacher

Registration Closed 60 places left

Event Details

 

Implementing PLD in the Early Years

This one day Literacy and Learning seminar for the Early Years outlines how ‘early childhood’ approaches need to be balanced with short targeted explicit instruction sessions.

The Early Years are considered to be one of the most significant periods for the potential development of oral language, motor and pre-literacy skills.

This seminar provides insight into the targeted teaching and the student tracking that is required to improve the literacy and learning outcomes of these young children, and set them up for a successful transition in their schooling.

Recommended for staff working within Kindergarten, this seminar explores:

  • The evidence-base for pre-literacy skill development for 3 & 4 year olds; phonemic awareness, alphabet knowledge and oral language – vocabulary and the ability to speak in grammatically correct sentences.
  • How can these skills be facilitated? Answer: 3-5 minute sessions presented several times in a day.
  • Screening: After 6 weeks of instruction skill acquisition is reviewed by presenting a sub-test on the PLD Early Years Pre-Literacy Screen.
  • The tracking of progress will identify the children who require additional attention and will focus staff on specific needs.
  • Short ‘speech pathology’ derived oral language activities which facilitate the ability to speak in grammatically correct sentences.
  • Researchers consistently advocate for early intervention and preventative programs in the early years.

 

About the presenter:

Caitlin Brandt (Ba Ed, Early Childhood)

Educator and QLD Schools Manager at PLD.

Caitlin is an educational leader who has experience in leading and implementing PLD at a classroom, school and regional level. She has been a teacher, coach, literacy mentor, and deputy principal demonstrating her knowledge and expertise in a variety of roles. Caitlin was the QLD teacher delegate for the recent Australian Curriculum review for English and has worked in many different school settings from small schools to large P-12 schools. Caitlin’s area of expertise is teaching children to read and write using explicit teaching strategies and the use of evidence-based programs. 

 

How to register:

 1. Online: Click the green 'Register Now' button below to book and pay online. (Instant confirmation)

  • Online registration is required so participant details are captured for the enrollment and course reminder database.
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  • A payment receipt will be emailed straight away, but please allow 2 business days for your Tax Invoice to be emailed.
  • Please provide your menu preference of vegetarian, gluten free or dairy free on registration. Catering preferences cannot be changed with less than 7 days notice of course start date.

 

Important Notes

1. Specialist Teacher price refers to Speld Qld Specialist Teacher Members only. Must be logged in with credentials to receive discount.
2. Payment is required at the time of booking in order to secure attendance and is not refundable. (Except where course has been cancelled by Speld Qld Inc)
3. Requests for cancellation will be invited to re-register for another session with available places. (Fee difference may apply for later courses, if course fee has increased. 14 days notice is required)