“How deeply have you embedded the Aboriginal Cross Curriculum Priority in your school?”

Dr Elaine Lewis will address the challenges and rewards of deeply embedding the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories and cultures Cross Curriculum Priority and the Aboriginal Cultural Standards Framework in a whole school context. She will refer to a 5 year case study in a WA primary school context and reflect on the planning, implementation and evaluation processes involved in embedding the Aboriginal priority and Framework across learning areas.

 

VENUE: One World Centre, 5 King William Street, BAYSWATER WA

TIME and DATE: Thursday 26 October.

3.30-5.00pm (3.30-4pm for networking and afternoon tea; 4-5pm workshop)

 COST: $10 members & subscribers; $20 others

REGISTER online via TRYBOOKING at https://www.trybooking.com/324381

(Registrations CLOSE 23 October 2017)

The Western Australian Curriculum acknowledges the importance of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Histories and Cultures cross curriculum priority.  This priority, together with the Aboriginal Cultural Standards Framework and the Western Australian Humanities and Social Sciences Curriculum, support schools in the State to become more culturally responsive.

This presentation addresses the challenges to deeply embed the Aboriginal priority across a wide range of learning areas and meaningfully engage with the Framework.  A case study was conducted over five years (2013-2017) involving a primary school in the Perth Metropolitan Area.  The whole school, consisting of eighteen classes from Kindy to Year 6, participated.  This case study aimed to elucidate the planning, implementation and evaluation processes involved in embedding the Aboriginal priority where there was a natural fit in different learning areas, and the implementation of the Framework.  Several learning areas will be examined to determine where and how the Aboriginal priority was embedded.  Project results include evidence of effective and meaningful embedding of the Aboriginal priority, positive stakeholder feedback, conservation links and high levels of student engagement.  However, it was found that the implementation of the Framework required adjustment in a school with low numbers of Aboriginal students.  Finally, future directions for school leadership, teacher education and school relationships with other organisations will be discussed.

About the presenter

Dr Elaine Lewis is the Cross Curriculum Coordinator at an independent public school, Perth, Western Australia.  She has worked as a teacher, across K-7, for many years and in 2008 was awarded the de Laeter Medal for “Outstanding Contribution to Science Teaching”.  Her research interests focus on Education for Sustainability (EfS), with particular interest in the Sustainable Schools WA initiative.  Elaine completed her doctoral research in this area, conducting a longitudinal study of the impact of EfS at a primary school.  In 2012 Elaine was presented with the national “Educator of the Year” award by the Australian Association for Environmental Education.  More recently, in 2015, the United Nations Association of Australia acknowledged Elaine’s work in school carbon emission reduction action by presentation of the “World Environment Day” award (Schools category).  Dr Lewis serves on committees for the Australian Association for Environmental Education – WA Chapter and the One World Centre Inc (WA), and in these roles is involved in many school and community-based EfS initiatives.  She also has experience as a unit coordinator in environmental education at Murdoch University and as a sessional lecturer in education at Edith Cowan University Australia.

For further information contact Caroline at the One World Centre – education@oneworldcentre.org.au or phone (08) 9371 9133

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Taking an integrated STEM journey in Early Childhood

Embedding the Sustainable Development Goals

 VENUE: One World Centre, 5 King William Street, BAYSWATER WA

TIME and DATE: Wednesday 8 November. 

3.30-5.00pm (3.30-4pm for networking and afternoon tea; 4-5pm workshop)

 COST: $10 members & subscribers; $20 others

REGISTER online via TRYBOOKING at https://www.trybooking.com/326820

(Registrations CLOSE 5 November 2017)

A “Focus on STEM, especially in the early years” was considered imperative as a school priority this year, as stated in Directions for Schools: Focus 2017 by the Director General of the Department of Education of Western Australia.  This presentation provides classroom examples of how to implement an effective and empowering STEM (Science, Technologies, Engineering and Mathematics) program in Early Childhood.  The workshop will elucidate the planning, implementation and evaluation processes involved in embedding not only an early years STEM program, but a STEAM (Science, Digital and Design Technologies, Engineering, the Arts and Mathematics) program.  Project results include evidence of effective and meaningful embedding of STEAM, positive stakeholder feedback, conservation links and high levels of student engagement.  Furthermore, links with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals will be addressed.  Finally, future directions for school leadership, teacher education and school relationships with other organisations will be discussed.

About the presenter

Dr Elaine Lewis is the Cross Curriculum Coordinator at an independent public school, Perth, Western Australia.  She has worked as a teacher, across K-7, for many years and in 2008 was awarded the de Laeter Medal for “Outstanding Contribution to Science Teaching”.  Her research interests focus on Education for Sustainability (EfS), with particular interest in the Sustainable Schools WA initiative.  Elaine completed her doctoral research in this area, conducting a longitudinal study of the impact of EfS at a primary school.  In 2012 Elaine was presented with the national “Educator of the Year” award by the Australian Association for Environmental Education.  More recently, in 2015, the United Nations Association of Australia acknowledged Elaine’s work in school carbon emission reduction action by presentation of the “World Environment Day” award (Schools category).  Dr Lewis serves on committees for the Australian Association for Environmental Education – WA Chapter and the One World Centre Inc (WA), and in these roles is involved in many school and community-based EfS initiatives.  She also has experience as a unit coordinator in environmental education at Murdoch University and as a sessional lecturer in education at Edith Cowan University Australia.

For further information contact Caroline at the One World Centre – education@oneworldcentre.org.au or phone (08) 9371 9133

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Taking an integrated STEM journey in the Primary years

Embedding the Sustainable Development Goals

 VENUE: One World Centre, 5 King William Street, BAYSWATER WA

TIME and DATE: Thursday 23 November. 

3.30-5.00pm (3.30-4pm for networking and afternoon tea; 4-5pm workshop)

COST: $10 members & subscribers; $20 others

REGISTER online via TRYBOOKING at https://www.trybooking.com/326822

(Registrations CLOSE 21 November 2017)

A focus on STEM has been considered imperative as a school priority in recent years, as demonstrated by the Western Australian Department of Education’s promotion of new STEM practices in Teacher Development Schools through the STEM Innovation Partnerships program.  This presentation provides classroom examples of how to implement an effective and empowering STEM (Science, Technologies, Engineering and Mathematics) program in the Primary years.  The workshop will elucidate the planning, implementation and evaluation processes involved in embedding not only a Primary STEM program, but a STEAM (Science, Digital and Design Technologies, Engineering, the Arts and Mathematics) program.  Project results include evidence of effective and meaningful embedding of STEAM, positive stakeholder feedback, conservation links and high levels of student engagement.  Furthermore, links with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals will be addressed.  Finally, future directions for school leadership, teacher education and school relationships with other organisations will be discussed.

About the presenter

Dr Elaine Lewis is the Cross Curriculum Coordinator at an independent public school, Perth, Western Australia.  She has worked as a teacher, across K-7, for many years and in 2008 was awarded the de Laeter Medal for “Outstanding Contribution to Science Teaching”.  Her research interests focus on Education for Sustainability (EfS), with particular interest in the Sustainable Schools WA initiative.  Elaine completed her doctoral research in this area, conducting a longitudinal study of the impact of EfS at a primary school.  In 2012 Elaine was presented with the national “Educator of the Year” award by the Australian Association for Environmental Education.  More recently, in 2015, the United Nations Association of Australia acknowledged Elaine’s work in school carbon emission reduction action by presentation of the “World Environment Day” award (Schools category).  Dr Lewis serves on committees for the Australian Association for Environmental Education – WA Chapter and the One World Centre Inc (WA), and in these roles is involved in many school and community-based EfS initiatives.  She also has experience as a unit coordinator in environmental education at Murdoch University and as a sessional lecturer in education at Edith Cowan University Australia.

For further information contact Caroline at the One World Centre – education@oneworldcentre.org.au or phone (08) 9371 9133

Download the Flyer here: STEM_PRIMARY flyer

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How deeply have you embedded the Sustainability Cross Curriculum Priority in your school? 

In this workshop, Dr Elaine Lewis will address the challenge of meaningfully embedding the Sustainability cross curriculum priority in a whole school context. She will provide examples which elucidate the planning, implementation and evaluation processes involved in integrating the Sustainability priority across different learning areas and teaching it within a ‘whole systems thinking’ perspective.

VENUE: One World Centre, 5 King William Street, BAYSWATER WA

TIME and DATE: Thursday 30 November. 

3.30-5.00pm (3.30-4pm for networking and afternoon tea; 4-5pm workshop)

 COST: $10 members & subscribers; $20 others

REGISTER online via TRYBOOKING at https://www.trybooking.com/333461

(Registrations CLOSE 28 November 2017)

A case study was conducted between 2011-2017 involving a primary school in the Perth Metropolitan Area.  The whole school, consisting of eighteen classes from Kindy to Year 6, participated.  This case study aimed to elucidate the planning, implementation and evaluation processes involved in integrating the Sustainability priority where there was a natural fit in different learning areas.  Several learning areas will be examined to determine where and how the Sustainability priority was embedded.

Furthermore, the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and lessons learnt at the 2017 World Environmental Education Congress will be reviewed in relation to the Sustainability priority.

 

Project results include evidence of effective and meaningful embedding of the Sustainability priority, positive stakeholder feedback, conservation links and high levels of student engagement.  Finally, future directions for school leadership, teacher education and school relationships with other organisations will be discussed.

About the presenter:

Dr Elaine Lewis is the Cross Curriculum Coordinator at an independent public school, Perth, Western Australia.  She has worked as a teacher, across K-7, for many years and in 2008 was awarded the de Laeter Medal for “Outstanding Contribution to Science Teaching”.  Her research interests focus on Education for Sustainability (EfS), with particular interest in the Sustainable Schools WA initiative.  Elaine completed her doctoral research in this area, conducting a longitudinal study of the impact of EfS at a primary school.  In 2012 Elaine was presented with the national “Educator of the Year” award by the Australian Association for Environmental Education.  More recently, in 2015, the United Nations Association of Australia acknowledged Elaine’s work in school carbon emission reduction action by presentation of the “World Environment Day” award (Schools category).  Dr Lewis serves on committees for the Australian Association for Environmental Education – WA Chapter and the One World Centre Inc (WA), and in these roles is involved in many school and community-based EfS initiatives.  She also has experience as a unit coordinator in environmental education at Murdoch University and as a sessional lecturer in education at Edith Cowan University Australia.

For further information contact Caroline at the One World Centre – education@oneworldcentre.org.au or phone (08) 9371 9133

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“30 +2” Year
OWC Birthday Celebration:

Stories from the past to light a way forward
It is often said that to know who you are you must understand where you come from. Well in 1985 Scott Christie and Joan Carlin started the One World Centre journey and tonight we celebrate the vision, the people and achievements in the 32 years past. See and hear from the workers and volunteers who have shaped the centre. Guaranteed to provide inspiration for what is possible, laughter and maybe a tear or two for those who have passed on. And what better way to share these stories than with a meal and a few drinks on a Friday night.
To be followed by the One World Centre Annual General Meeting at 8pm:
WHEN?      From 6pm, Friday, 29 September 2017
WHERE?   One World Centre, 5 King William St Bayswater.
ENTRY?    by donation
RSVP owc@oneworldcentre.org.au by Monday 25 September
Dinner and drinks provided. All funds raised will be used to support efforts to extend the message of the sustainable development goals into the community.
One World Centre Inc 5 King William St, Bayswater
Phone (08) 9371 9133 email admin@oneworldcentre.org.au website: www.oneworldcentre.org.au

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“THE ENDURING EFFECTS OF WAR”

One World Centre, 5 October 2017

The Medical Association for the Prevention of War (WA Branch) and The One World Centre invite you to a talk by veteran National Serviceman Brian Cleaver and an introduction to MAPW curriculum materials for History teachers focusing on “The Enduring Effects of War”.

VENUE: One World Centre, 5 King William Street, BAYSWATER WA

TIME and DATE: Thursday 5 October

10am – 12noon

(with break for morning tea)

 COST: Voluntary donation at the venue

 RSVP: Please confirm your attendance for catering and seating purposes by Friday 29 September. Email education@oneworldcentre.org.au or phone (08) 9371 9133

THE ENDURING EFFECTS OF WAR

DOWNLOAD THE FLYER HERE:
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Wars endure in people’s everyday lives well after they have come to an official end.  The effects of war last for lifetimes and generations, and can have a devastating impact on an individual’s physical, social and psychological wellbeing. Our understanding and awareness of these effects can empower us to make choices and act in ways which build peaceful societies that promote the security and wellbeing of all.

Mr Brian Cleaver will discuss his war experiences as a conscript in the Australian armed forces in Vietnam and reflect upon the enduring impacts that his exposure to battle have had on his life.

Dr Caroline Marsh will introduce curriculum materials produced by the MAPW (Australia) for the Year 10 History Curriculum. The information and ideas presented will also be relevant to Secondary HASS teachers interested in teaching and learning for ethical understanding, intercultural awareness and global citizenship, and for upper-level History teachers covering Australia’s relationship with Asia and Australia’s involvement in the Vietnam/American War.

This event will be of interest to teachers and members of the community who seek greater awareness of the enduring effects of war and to participate in action for peaceful and inclusive societies for all.

 ABOUT THE PRESENTER

Brian Cleaver, a National Serviceman conscript, was sent to fight for Australia in Vietnam in 1967. The trauma of Brian’s experiences at the Battles of Coral and Balmoral led to him suffer Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. The story of Brian’s war experiences and his subsequent search for the mass grave of 42 soldiers of the North Vietnamese Army was presented in the film “The Crater: A true Vietnam War Story” (David Bradbury (dir.) Frontline Films, 2015)).

ABOUT MAPW

The Medical Association for Prevention of War (Australia) is a professional, not for profit organisation which works for the elimination of all weapons of mass destruction and the prevention of armed conflict. MAPW (Australia) promotes peace through research, advocacy, peace education and partnerships. For further information go to www.mapw.org.au

ENQUIRIES

Dr Caroline Marsh (Education Coordinator, One World Centre)

education@oneworldcentre.org.au

(08) 9371 9133

 

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WORKSHOP
Global Education for Early Childhood.

WHEN: Wednesday 26^th JULY, 3.30-5pm

WHERE: One World Centre, 5 King William Street, BAYSWATER

COST: $30 members / $40 non members

TO REGISTER: Register online via TRYBOOKING at

https://www.trybooking.com/299331

Are you an educator who would like to bring rich and diverse learning experiences into an early childhood setting? This One World Centre workshop focuses on ideas, skills and resources that will enable you to assist children in developing knowledgeable and confident self identities (EYLF 1.3) through learning experiences that explore the global dimension of children’s connections with and contributions to the world. (EYLF 2) You will also have the opportunity to explore the One World Centre’s collection of globally focused resources for early childhood.

The workshop will suggest practical ways that you can

• promote a sense of belonging and community in an early childhood setting; (EYLF 2.1)
• explore similarity and differences in the ways that cultures and identities are recognised and expressed, fostering an appreciation for diversity and respect for difference; (EYLF 2.2)
• explore issues of social justice and fairness with young children; (EYLF 2.3)
• foster the attitudes and behaviours that support environmental responsibility and sustainability. (EYLF 2.4)

Please find details below of an upcoming One World Centre workshop for early childhood and lower primary educators.

Further information:  Contact Dr Caroline Marsh, Education Coordinator

Email: education@oneworldcentre.org.au / ph. 93719133

You can download the Flyer Here: OWC_ECE_WS_260717

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JOIN US FOR A

WINTER MEDITERRANEAN FEAST

guest speaker

SOPHIE STEWART

Speaking on Social Reinvestment WA: Healthy Families, Smart Justice and Safe Communities

Sophie is a passionate young 22 year old working with Social Reinvestment WA (SRWA). Sophie will tell her own story of social and political engagement and explain the transformative and collaborative work of SRWA. SRWA is an Aboriginal led coalition of fifteen not-for-profits, working to reduce the disproportionate number of Aboriginal and Torres Strait islander people in our prison and criminal justice system here in WA.

This work links to SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOAL 10: Reduce inequality within and among countries. SRWA hopes to achieve parity in incarceration rates in a generation, by advocating for policies centred on healthy families, smart justice, and safe communities.

 

WHEN?  From 6pm, Friday, 23 June 2017

WHERE? One World Centre, 5 King William St Bayswater.

TICKETS?  $30 or $20 unwaged

Purchase online at:  https://www.trybooking.com/QGJD

          OR contact Joe Courtney, joe_anne@iinet.net.au 92275746

Dinner and drinks provided. All funds raised will be used to support efforts to extend the message of the sustainable development goals into the community.

One World Centre Inc 5 King William St, Bayswater

Phone (08) 9371 9133 email admin@oneworldcentre.org.au website: www.oneworldcentre.org.au

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PROFESSIONAL LEARNING FOR TEACHERS. ONE WORLD CENTRE WORKSHOP – 15 JUNE 2017

ENGAGING WITH THE ABORIGINAL CONTEXT IN 2017

• Are you involved in teaching and learning about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories in the HASS curriculum? (e.g. ACHASSK083, ACHASSK086, ACHASSK107, ACHASSK135, ACDSEH104, ACDSEH106)
• Have you deeply and meaningfully embedded the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Histories and Cultures Cross Curriculum Priority across learning areas?
• Do you have Aboriginal students in your class?
• Have you used the Aboriginal Cultural Standards Framework (Department of Education) to improve cultural responsiveness and ensure Aboriginal students are confident and successful learners?

Tim Muirhead (non-Aboriginal) and Danny Ford (Noongar) will provide a series of powerful frameworks that will help you make sense of the context in which we’re all operating in 2017.The workshop will give you an insight, for example into:

• The diversity, and diverse, circumstances, of your Aboriginal students and their families;
• The root causes of some of the deep challenges that many of those students face today;
• The strength and opportunities, within Aboriginal worlds, that students can draw on;
• The ‘journey to recovery’ that we can all contribute to, once we understand the context.
• Keys to building cross-cultural trust, and relationship, within our school community.

Tim and Danny are also open to exploring, openly and respectfully, any questions or dilemmas that you bring to the workshop.

WHEN:  15 JUNE 2017

3.30-6.00pm

WHERE: ONE WORLD CENTRE

5 King William Street Bayswater

COST:

Members $30 Non-members $40 Pre-service Teachers $10

Go To:

https://www.trybooking.com/282865

OR

Click to book!

Enquiries: education@oneworldcentre.org.au or phone 9371 9133

Danny Ford is a Noongar trainer and community leader whose background includes a long career at senior executive officer level in the Western Australian Government.  Danny is well known for his strong leadership, his clear thinking and his  ability to engage with a wide range of people.

Tim Muirhead (csdnetwork.com.au) has worked extensively in the area of Aboriginal/non-Aboriginal relations. He specialises in building trust and collaboration between Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal people in workplaces and communities.  Tim has gained a reputation as a community development practitioner, trainer, facilitator and consultant of considerable skill and passion.

Download the Workshop Flyer here: RAPPL Workshop Flyer

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