Download or read book Mentoring in Waldorf Early Childhood Education written by Nancy Foster and published by . This book was released on 2007-01-01 with total page 136 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Mentoring is a relationship between colleagues which can contribute to both personal and professional development, of both the mentor and the 'mentee'. It is a process of mutual learning.Compiled from the work of the WECAN Mentoring Task force, this book contains chapters on the essentials of Waldorf early childhood work, self education and adult learning, the 'nuts and bolts' of mentoring, and the nature of a fruitful mentoring conversation.
Download or read book The Roadmap to Literacy A Guide to Teaching Language Arts in Waldorf Schools Grades 1 Through 3 written by Janet Langley and published by Mill City Press, Incorporated. This book was released on 2019-02-12 with total page 628 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Mentoring and Coaching in Early Childhood Education written by Michael Gasper and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2020-01-23 with total page 232 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides an introduction to the theory and practice of mentoring, coaching and supervision in the context of early childhood education and care. Written by a team of scholars from the UK, Ireland, South Africa, Australia and the USA the book includes a range of annotated case studies to exemplify important issues from around the world. The chapters are organized around four key principles: · Embedding professional one to one support within the setting · Maximising performance and professional development · Self and collaborative reflection for leadership · Managing and leading change Topics covered include discussion of the differences and similarities between mentoring, coaching and supervision; management and leadership in early childhood settings; safeguarding and child protection. Alongside the annotated case studies each chapter also includes a summary of key points and questions for further discussion.
Download or read book Developing Mentoring and Coaching Relationships in Early Care and Education written by Marilyn Chu and published by Prentice Hall. This book was released on 2012-12-22 with total page 198 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Developing Mentoring and Coaching Relationships in Early Care and Education is the ideal resource for anyone charged with guiding teachers as they encounter real world challenges in today's early childhood programs and can turn to this practical new resource as they work with supervisors and teacher-leaders to achieve greater professional effectiveness while bridging the gap between the vision for quality and actual practice. The book is packed with helpful reflective questions, illustrative mentoring and coaching scenarios, and ready-to-implement planning tools. The focus is on encouraging reflection on current practices in order to achieve quality programs, meet teaching standards, and promote positive outcomes for children in these times of rising standards and, in many cases, lower levels of support.
Download or read book Professional Review and Development in Waldorf Early Childhood Education written by Holly Koteen-Soulé and published by . This book was released on 2008-09-15 with total page 85 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A companion volume to Mentoring in Waldorf Early Childhood Education, full of time-tested advice and encouragement for early years centres wishing to implement or strengthen their professional evaluation process.Chapters include Why Review? Cultivating ReviewThe Self-EvaluationThe Role of the EvaluatorThe Role of the InstitutionObstacles and Hindrances
Download or read book The first seven years written by and published by Lina Winer. This book was released on 2021-04-15 with total page 68 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The future development of each child depends on health-giving experiences in the first seven years of life. According to the Waldorf pedagogy, the essential aspect of working with young children is the educator's internal attitude and his understanding of the specific stages of early childhood development. This book offers a valuable resource for educators and parents of young children. It teaches the Waldorf principles of early childhood education, the developmental stages of the young child, everyday life's specifics in the Waldorf kindergarten, and daily activities.
Download or read book The Nature of Mentoring written by Christa Carlstroem Dunlap and published by . This book was released on 2008 with total page 172 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Education of the Child written by Rudolf Steiner and published by SteinerBooks. This book was released on 1996-05 with total page 148 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 18 lectures in Dornach, January 9 - February 22, 1920 (CW 196) In the vast range of Rudolf Steiner's lectures, jewels of all kinds lie hidden in plain sight, awaiting only our discovery of them. Such lectures contain a kind of wisdom not found anywhere else. And sometimes, as in What Is Necessary in These Urgent Times, they also have a translucency and conviction that makes them transformational. In early 1920, political, economic, social, and spiritual chaos was everywhere. The old world had fallen apart and would need to be rebuilt. Anthroposophy, too, had to be remade. Recognizing this, Rudolf Steiner tirelessly working for the "threefold social order," establishing the first Waldorf school, helping to create businesses, and addressing the talented, educated, and idealistic young people who were beginning to turn toward Anthroposophy for answers. In these lectures, Steiner speaks in the new, direct "Michaelic" way, seeking the path to a new way of doing Anthroposophy. Throughout the critical situation of the time, he never lost his sense of humor or his compassion and equilibrium. His tone is warm, relaxed, and intimate. Rather than following a strictly predetermined path, he speaks directly from the heart about what concerned him. He stresses that the task of spiritual science is to awaken us to reality and to a true understanding of life that sees through illusions and understands the ever-present potential of evil. Speaking both esoterically and exoterically, he returns repeatedly to the importance of community, of meeting one another face-to-face, heart-to-heart, as individuals. Thus, rather than seeking power and control, we are called to cultivate trust and receptivity. This takes a spiritual transformation. We must learn to live this present life in the context of our greater spiritual life, which extends from before birth through earthly life and into the life after death that precedes our next birth. At the same time, we must come to know the Christ, who is to be met only in community. Selfishness, egotism, has no part in the new way: "When someone is alone Christ is not there. You cannot find Christ without first feeling a connection to humanity as a whole. You must seek Christ on the path that connects you with all humankind.... To be connected only with your own inner experiences leads you away from Christ." Steiner deals with many other important themes, as well, including "imperialism," the initiate behind Shakespeare, Bacon, and James I--makers of our modern age--and well as fascinating, initiatory remarks on reincarnation, esoteric physiology, and psychology. Running throughout the talks is the earnest admonition to be true to the spirit and the call to come to our senses and not fall prey to self-pity. Now, as it was then, the world needs us to be awake spiritually, and we need the world to be awake spiritually. There is nowhere to hide. What Is Necessary in These Urgent Times is a translation from German of Geisitige und soziale Wandlungen in der Menschheitsentwikelung (GA 196).
Download or read book Mentoring in Early Childhood A Complilation of Thinking Pedagogy and Practice written by Caterina Murphy and published by Nzcer Press. This book was released on 2015-10-23 with total page 328 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Mentoring is a fundamental and increasingly important part of professional learning and development for teachers in Aotearoa New Zealand. This book is a much-needed resource for mentors, leaders and teachers in early childhood education. It is the first of its kind: a wide ranging compilation that explores the thinking, pedagogy and practice of mentoring in early childhood education. The editors have drawn on writers from Aotearoa New Zealand and Australia who have carried out recent research into mentoring, as well as experienced mentoring practitioners. Topics cover M ori perspectives, different mentoring frameworks and approaches, and mentoring for a range of educators including student teachers. The final part discusses complexities and future directions for mentoring, and seeks to engage with decision makers outside the education sector. This book fills a significant gap in the literature internationally. It comes at what has been described as a time of seismic shift in approaches to teacher learning and development, when professional mentoring is needed more than ever. Throughout the book, writers make a powerful case for improved education programs to build the professional skills, knowledge and confidence of mentors."
Download or read book Professional Mentoring for Early Childhood and Primary School Practice written by Mary Moloney and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2023-08-01 with total page 226 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Informed by current theory and practice, this book adapts a practical approach to mentoring that is grounded in real life experiences. Written in an accessible style, it explores the key concepts, characteristics and considerations of mentoring and mentoring relationships in early childhood and primary education contexts. With a focus upon mentoring as it applies to practicum during initial teacher education, as well as teacher induction, different models and approaches to mentoring, including dyads, triads, peer mentoring, critical friends and communities of practice (CoP) are introduced and evaluated. Engaging with theory, practical scenarios, key learning and reflection points throughout, the book invites the reader to reflect on the mentoring process from different perspectives to build the critical skills required by mentors and mentees alike, to create or enhance a culture of mentoring within their organisation. Written from the perspective of both mentors and mentees, the book is a valuable resource for those in the Further and Higher education sectors, as well as early childhood and school-based mentors. It is relevant to experienced mentors, who may wish to affirm their existing approach to mentoring, or want to explore, discover and embrace new and improved ways of working with a mentee. This book is also essential reading for anyone interested in mentoring, providing a wealth of information, insights and effective strategies for those who may be thinking of undertaking a mentoring role.
Download or read book Mentoring in the Early Years written by Alison Robins and published by SAGE. This book was released on 2006-09-18 with total page 113 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: `This book gives a thorough, detailed account of mentoring, with accompanying case studies which will be invaluable to anyone undertaking the role...this book will encourage readers to develop reflective practice in their settings and that this will help to improve quality′ - Nursery World `A valuable and timely contribution to the Early Years field. This will be essential reading for all Early Years practitioners engaged in practice-based learning and will provide valuable guidance for all mentors in the field′ - Dr Rose Drury, Lecturer in Early Years, The Open University Mentoring is an important part of good, professional practice. It provides a framework of support for continuous personal and professional development and is integral to the development of quality provision within early years. This book is designed as a guide for all those involved in the mentoring process. The roles of the mentor and practitioners are carefully examined and chapters cover the following: o The role of the mentor o The characteristics of a good mentor o How mentoring supports personal and professional development o The diversity of early years settings and professional roles o Case studies of mentoring in practice Chapters include a mixture of relevant theory, practical suggestions, case studies, questions for discussion, activities for personal and professional development and suggestions for further reading. There are suggestions and examples of materials that may be used, and a glossary of key terms.
Download or read book The Early Childhood Mentoring Curriculum written by Dan Bellm and published by Child Care Workforce. This book was released on 1997 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Mentoring programs offer new teachers and providers a practical and supportive way to learn and grow on the job. For experienced teachers and providers, mentoring programs create an opportunity to remain in the field and advance in their profession. This guide is one part of the Early Childhood Mentoring Curriculum designed by the National Center for the Early Childhood Work Force (NCECW); the second part is a handbook for mentors. The curriculum consists of a 5-day mentoring course outline, in 10 half-day modules, for covering the eight units: (1) introduction to mentoring; (2) becoming a mentor: options and opportunities; (3) building the foundation for mentoring: key areas of knowledge; (4) growing and developing as a teacher or provider; (5) building relationships between mentors and proteges; (6) skills for effective mentoring; (7) mentors as leaders and advocates; and (8) planning a learning session for adults. This trainer's guide contains: goals and objectives for each of the eights units in the handbook; suggested training activities, with handouts, for each unit; a sample 5-day mentoring course outline; a chapter on conducting effective group learning sessions; and a concluding chapter, with activities designed for the end of the mentor training course and the end of the mentors' work with their proteges. (EV)
Download or read book Working Together written by Awsna Pedagogical Advisory Committee and published by . This book was released on 2014-09-01 with total page 48 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Working with experienced teachers over several years, the Pedagogical Advisory Committee developed these guidelines for effective mentoring in Waldorf schools. Schools, mentors, and new teachers will find this book helpful in developing clear and practice methods of bringing new teachers to higher levels of confidence and effectiveness.
Download or read book The Seasonal Festivals in Early Childhood written by Nancy Foster and published by . This book was released on 2010-01-01 with total page 162 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This collection of articles, stories, songs, circles, and puppet plays provides thoughtful reflections on the cycle of the year and on the nature of each season, along with many practical ideas and materials to bring into the classroom.Many of the beautiful festival celebrations we may think of as 'Waldorf' originated not in the first Waldorf schools, but in the European cultural and religious tradition in which they were embedded. This presents a challenge for us today as we both strive to renew our celebration of the seasons of the year, bringing the healing forces of a rhythmic life to the children, and work to welcome and include fully every child and their family, whatever their background.This book has contributions from many experienced Waldorf educators, including Freya Jaffke, Joan Almon, Holly Koteen-Soulé, Steve Spitalny, Helle Heckmann, Nancy Foster, Barbara Klocek, Cecilia Karpoff, and Marjorie Thatcher.
Download or read book Waldorf Education in Practice written by Else Göttgens and published by . This book was released on 2011-05 with total page 150 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Susan Goldstein, Waldorf Teacher Pedagogical Mentor & Consultant Santa Cruz, CA USA Topics covered in WALDORF EDUCATION IN PRACTICE: BEFORE (What parents should know); WILLINGLY WORKING & GREEDILY LEARNING ; READING, SPELLING AND TALKING ON PAPER; MATH (The very beginning); IMAGE: The Heart of Waldorf ; PLAY-ACTING ; FOREIGN LANGUAGES ; And much more?Ǫ
Download or read book Enhancing the Early Childhood Education Workforce written by Alondra Martinez de Murcia and published by . This book was released on 2013 with total page 82 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In a study of early childhood workforce development, the key role of a mentor at the community college level was explored. As part of an ongoing project, Pathways to Early Childhood Education (PECE), mentors are often required to provide advisement, career counseling, and assistance with financial aid and transfer to a four-year university. The current study examines the content of 15 mentees' (mostly Latina) questions and concerns for their mentor. Results indicate that the key issues throughout was the importance of planning: from the selection of courses to balancing home, work, and college responsibilities. The thesis concludes with key findings related to future research and implications for policies.
Download or read book Early Childhood Education and the Waldorf School Plan written by Elizabeth M. Grunelius and published by Rudolf Steiner College. This book was released on 1991 with total page 52 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The author charts the development and direction of early childhood education as practiced in Waldorf kindergartens. It is a useful guide and inspiration for all parents and cartakers of young children.
