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CPD Topic 4: Nature-based pedagogy
Course content: This topic has been developed with Niki Buchan, nature pedagogue and author, and explores the concept of nature-based pedagogy in the early years, what nature-based practice is and why it is so important for children and adults to connect to nature.   With practical suggestions on creating a positive ethos for nature-based learning in all…
CPD Topic 3: Sustainability in the early years
Course content: This topic has been developed with Cheryl Hadland, Founder, and Managing Director at Tops Day Nurseries. The course introduces and explains the importance of reusing, recycling and practical tips on a sustainability approach in the Early Years.   Each episode offers insights and practical guidance on how to make your setting more sustainable, support children’s…
CPD Topic 1: Creating Enabling Outdoor Learning Environments
Course content: This topic has been developed with Sue Asquith, an International Early Childhood Consultant. The course covers the importance of children having access to quality outdoor learning experiences all year round, and how by leading with children’s interests, outdoor learning can be an extension of the learning taking place indoors.  The course offers practical guidance…
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TTS Talking CPD: Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Where can I access the CPD training programme? The TTS Early Years CPD training programme is free to access via the TTS World of Education Content Hub. Visit the CPD hub here, to start your online learning. Q. How long does it take to complete each individual CPD training programme? The TTS Early Years…
Meet Podcast Guest: Bobby Wilson
As a Head of House at Harrow International School Bangkok and former Head of Year at the British International School Cairo, Bobby is a passionate and driven pastoral middle leader and Geography teacher who believes in education as a way of developing courageous global citizens for an ever-changing world. Listen to all podcast episodes > Primary Resources…
CPD Topic 2: Learning through risk
Course content: This topic has been developed with Ellen Sandseter, international researcher and expert in Children’s Risky Play. The course introduces the concept of learning through risk, also referred to as Risky Play, in early childhood. Ellen and Alistair Bryce-Clegg delve into the benefits of learning through risk and practical ways to adopt a more…
Episode 3: Design thinking in the classroom 
Throughout episode 3, Mark Steed and guest speakers from Kellet School in Hong Kong, Andy Tallet and Liam Murphy, discuss what design thinking is and how it underpins technology-focussed learning. Liam delves into how children in his classroom are using design thinking to undertake a variety of projects centred around existing local and global challenges, including…
Episode 4: Using open-ended resources to enhance language development with Olivia Kirkby
During this episode of the TTS Talking Early Years Podcast, Alice Sharp and Olivia Kirkby talk all things resources. Olivia shares the importance of open-ended resources in the Early Years and the learning opportunities these physical resources support.   Providing open-ended, cross-curricular resources can enhance cognitive skills, language, self-regulation and self-discovery. Olivia explains that by using open-ended…

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