Play Australia is delighted to welcome from Canada,
International Experts
Professor Mariana Brussoni and Dr Megan Zeni!
Join us as we review the research supporting outdoor risky play, alongside practical implementation strategies and tools for successful implementation in school settings. It is designed to support educators, schools and OSHC navigate existing systems to collectively re-think where and how learning happens.
The three hour masterclass will explore
- the basics of risky play (categories, examples of practice in schools, risks versus hazards/ roles and responsibilities etc)
- the principles of injury prevention, with an emphasis on understanding risks/hazards and designing learning environments that support staff who feel professionally vulnerable
- design features that support outdoor play and learning (loose parts, affordances for play & practical management tips and tricks)
Participants will
1) Gain understanding on the research behind risky play, and why it is important for children.
2) a framework for understanding how risky play supports all measures of wellness in childhood and
3) tools and resources for overcoming risky play challenges in the school context.
International Experts Professor Mariana Brussoni and Dr Megan Zeni, Co-authors of the book Embracing Risky Play at School, will be visiting Australia from October 13-27, this is a unique opportunity to hear from international experts.
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