A Community of Practice (CoP) is a group of people who “share a passion for something they do and learn how to do it better as they interact regularly” (Eitenne Wenger). The idea behind a CoP is that through the process of sharing experiences and knowledge with others, we enable dialogue among members and begin to explore new possibilities and new ways of doing something.
Creating Environments That Inspire Young Children
“There is no better time than now to start growing a beautiful environment for children. Plant the seed, nurture it, and watch it grow!”
Quote from the book Inspiring Spaces for Young Children by Deviney, Duncan, Harris, Rody, and Rosenberry
In this Community of Practice we hope to inspire and empower child care providers and early childhood professionals to thoughtfully create environments that are calm, inclusive, inviting, warm, and welcoming. Guided by the seven design principles explored in Inspiring Spaces for Young Children, we will grow and learn together, reflecting on how these principles align with and support the BC Early Learning Framework.
As Loris Malaguzzi quotes, “We value space because of its power to organize…and its potential for sparking all kinds of social, affective, and cognitive learning.”
This Community of Practice will be a dedicated space and time for shared exploration, collaboration, and transformation, where we support one another in shaping meaningful spaces for children and ourselves.
Facilitators: Daljit Dial & Nina Uppal, Child Care Options CCRR staff
Dates: 7 Thursday evenings, September 11, October 9, November 13, December 11, January 8, February 12, & March 12
Time: 6:30 – 9:00 pm
Address: #101 13583 81 Avenue, Surrey, BC
Cost: $40.00, includes:
– A light meal at each session
– The book, Inspiring Spaces for Young Children, a copy of the BC Early Learning Framework, as well as a journal, and a pen
Notes:
– Attendance is required at all sessions.
– Certificate for 17.5 hours of professional development for fully attending all sessions.
This initiative is funded through the Canada-British Columbia Early Learning and Child Care (ELCC) Agreement between the Government of Canada and the Province of British Columbia, in partnership with the Westcoast Child Care Resource Centre (WCCRC), the agency responsible for administering the funds.