Learning
The Crowther Centre delivers a range of relevant professional learning to educators, institutions and industry through highly qualified presenters. Through our consultancy services we are able to develop and present professional learning modules to both individual and institutional members.
Boys and Technology 2nd National Conference
Melbourne, 29th & 30th August 2011
Learning together in the digital age – A Conference for Boys, Teachers and Parents
The impact of technology on learning and society has never been more profound; families, schools and industry face exciting and challenging opportunities.
The second national ‘Boys and Technology' conference will bring together students, educators, parents and industry in exploring how technologies will shape learning in the future.
The conference will provide participants with opportunities to share perspectives and help determine the direction of technology in education and society.
For further information: conference@crowther.org.au
Habits of Mind
We all know habits are time saving devices; Art Costa’s Habits of Mind encourage students, and teachers to approach their thinking mindfully and provide a common language of thinking for a classroom and school.
Schools across Australia have introduced and are using Habits of Mind to add a further dimension to their learning. The Crowther Centre offers expertise in the introduction of Habits of Mind to both the school and classroom setting.
Contact learning@crowther.org.au to discuss how we can assist in the introduction of the Habits of Mind at your school.
Differentiated Learning
In the differentiated classroom, teachers begin where their students are at, not from their curriculum document. A differentiated classroom aims to cater for all learners.
Differentiated instruction is the most powerful classroom practice for changing student outcomes. Teachers can differentiate content, process and product based on student readiness, interest and learning profile. A multitude of tools are available to assist teachers with differentiation.
The Crowther Centre can provide professional learning in differentiated instruction to teachers of both primary and secondary schools.
Modules
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Theoretical frameworks for differentiation
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Student readiness, interest and learning profile
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Neuroscience and brain based learning
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Assessment for learning
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Differentiating content, process and product
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Practical differentiation tools