Professional Development.
As a teacher, I am committed to life long learning in my profession and have attended several professional learning opportunities that presented themselves at University this year.
Highvale Seminars.
In Semester One, I attended two P.D evenings at Highvale Secondary on Classroom Management and Assessment which involved pre-service teachers questioning practicing teachers about these aspects of the profession.
I also attended Survival Kit for Teachers by Glen Pearsall on skills for creating the best possible environments for students to effectively learn in and a school visit to Lilydale High School to learn about the IPad program running in Yr. 7.
I also attended Survival Kit for Teachers by Glen Pearsall on skills for creating the best possible environments for students to effectively learn in and a school visit to Lilydale High School to learn about the IPad program running in Yr. 7.
Survival Kit Workshop - Glen Pearsall
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Classroom Management and Assessment workshops with Deakin University
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School visit on IPad program at Lilydale High School
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P.D. Week
Deakin University students organised a PD week with many beneficial programs. I was able to learn about positive discipline, behaviour management, feedback and assessment, restorative practice and voice management.
Feedback and Assessment - Glen Pearsall
Restorative Practice - David Vinegrad
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Managing Behaviour - Jenny Mackay
Voice Maintenance - Deira Bowie
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Beyond "Telling Off"; Positive Discipline - Jo Lange
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DUECon.
On June 30 and July 1, I attended the annual DUECon Conference weekend held in Kyneton. At the weekend conference I attended various sessions including; VCAA P-10 Assessment, Autism, Google Sketch Up, Teacher Wellbeing and Getting to Know VCE Units 3 & 4.
VCAA P-10 Assessment - Cathy Boldiston
Teacher Wellbeing - Derek Rogers
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Autism VIC / AMAZE - Stacey Aroutzidis
Getting to Know VCE Units 3 & 4 - David Wyatt
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Google Sketch Up - Mic Lowne
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Additionally, in my Teaching for Diversity Unit I attended a "Fusion" Workshop run by Deakin, where we learnt how to work with and cater for students with disabilities.
VIT STANDARDS - PROFESSIONAL ENGAGEMENT 7.4 Demonstrate a commitment to continuing professional learning and employ effective strategies to develop their knowledge and refine their professional practice.
Reflection on Practice.
My professional development to date has extended my learning as a teacher, however I am committed to furthering my learning as a professional throughout my teaching career.
