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Layers of Learning: The Floorbook Approach™ in Practice

Presented by

Dr Claire Warden

Empowering educators to document learning and elevate practice through Floorbooks® Presented by: Dr Claire Warden

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Turn pages into possibilities—uncover new layers of learning with Floorbooks®

Be inspired… Learn with Dr Claire Warden as she brings Floorbooks® to life...

Through a rich visual journey, breakout room discussions and practical strategies, Claire will demonstrate her innovative use of Floorbooks® to:

Highlight the role of practitioner research in deepening pedagogy
Showcase authentic examples of quality improvement journeys
Develop collaborative leadership practices across educational settings

Designed to build on foundational knowledge of the Floorbook Approach™ and spark new thinking. Educators will gain practical strategies to embed Floorbooks® into their daily practice, driving meaningful change across the educational setting.

You will leave with clarity, tools and confidence to drive meaningful change. You will learn how to:

Document learning that honours children's voices
Shape a culture of enquiry
Map your quality improvement journey
Nurture collaborative leadership practices across your educational setting

The Floorbook Approach™ is aligned with the National Quality Standard and has been verified as good practice in the EYLF V2.0.

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn directly from one of the world’s leading voices in participatory pedagogy

When: Sep 24, 20251:00 PM - 4:00 PM Sydney Time
Where: Online
Cost: $295.00

When: Sep 24, 20251:00 PM - 4:00 PM Sydney Time
Where: Online
Cost: $295.00

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