General PL Courses

International Coalition of Girls' Schools

The Connected Girl Podcasts

Episodes include:

• On Educating Girls: Creating a World of Possibilities

• Becoming Body Confident with Dr Phillippa Diedrichs

• Navigating Neurodiversity with Emily Rushton

• Guidance for Girls in the Age of AI with Tyler Gaspich

Show Her What It Means to Choose Herself: New Short Film Sparks Reflection and Dialogue  

The film offers a moving reflection on the unrealistic expectations society places on girls and women—and a powerful reminder that girls are always watching. What will they learn from what we model? 

Monash Education

Let's Talk Teaching Podcast

Topics Include:

Season 2: 

Episode 6: Cultivating Creativity and Critical Thinking in the classroom

Episode 4: Nurturing Minds - The Interplay of Mental Health, Wellbeing and Learning

Season 3:

Episode 1: Navigating the Manosphere: When Gender Ideologies Enter the Classroom

AI Adventures: Teaching Tomorrow in Schools

In this 3-module series, we’ll explore the fundamentals of generative artificial intelligence (AI) and its potential applications in educational settings. These modules are designed for complete beginners who are keen to learn about generative AI, what it is, how it works and its potential role in your classroom or school.

These modules will be entirely self-paced and online, allowing you to engage at your own pace. They will include recorded videos, animated resources, readings and exploration activities, and hands-on activities (including designing a simple generative AI project relevant to your teaching context).

The University of Adelaide

micro credentials for Classroom Confidence

Classroom Management

Explicit Teaching

Teaching Phonics

University of Western Sydney

Upskilling Students 4 Life

Through online activities, participants will extend their knowledge and proficiency of how to embed transferable skills into their subjects.

• Creative problem solving

• Design and critical thinking

• Improved communication

April Updates

AI Adventures: Teaching Tomorrow in Schools

n this 3-module series, we’ll explore the fundamentals of generative artificial intelligence (AI) and its potential applications in educational settings. These modules are designed for complete beginners who are keen to learn about generative AI, what it is, how it works and its potential role in your classroom or school. 

AI Adventures: Teaching Tomorrow in Schools | Study at Monash University 

Engaging in Positive Behaviour Support Practices

Positive behaviour support (PBS) is progressively being adopted by state and national governments as a preferential model to address behaviours of concern displayed by individuals with diverse needs.

This program, comprised of three modules, will provide essential knowledge relating to functional behaviour assessment and individualised behaviour support planning. Overall, the program will equip participants with essential skills to develop and implement PBS strategies with confidence, and to meet part of the requirements for registration as a Core Behaviour Support Practitioner

Engaging in Positive Behaviour Support Practices - Monash Education 

Supporting improved student behaviour at school

Supporting Improved Student Behaviour at School - Monash Education 

School-wide positive behaviour interventions and supports (SWPBIS; also known as PBIS and PB4L) is a framework that brings together school communities to develop positive, safe, and supportive learning cultures for all students and teachers. SWPBIS is an equity-focused and inclusive framework that supports teachers and school leaders to meet the social, emotional, and behavioural needs of students in early childhood, primary, and secondary school contexts. Research shows that the implementation of the SWPBIS framework in schools is associated with improved student academic outcomes, improved perceptions of school safety, reductions in challenging student behaviour, and reductions in the use of exclusionary discipline practices.

In this short course, educators, school leaders, and other professionals will be introduced to the theory, practices, and systems of SWPBIS. Across three modules, course participants will learn practical ways to select, adapt, and implement practices and systems to support the inclusion and participation of all students using a whole-of-school framework.

February Updates

Upcoming PL Opportunities

Mini CoGE

GERRIC’s Mini-COGE courses are practical professional development for educators to support high potential and gifted students. High potential students are not necessarily high achievers; we focus on how to engage and support these students to reach their potential. 

We currently have 4 places reserved for the Mini CoGE Course. Two for Secondary and two for Junior School.

Junior School places are being managed by Lara Bird. Please refer to her for any questions.

Secondary School Places

The places assigned to Secondary School are booked for the 20th and 21st August. It is a two day course. 

If you would like to be considered for one of these places, please complete an expression of interest at this link. 

Educator Intelligence: The Future of Teaching and Learning with AI

This three-part webinar series, hosted by Western Sydney University's Education Knowledge Network (EKN), explores the ethical and effective integration of artificial intelligence in schools. Designed for educators and academics, this series delves into AI's transformative potential in teaching, learning, and leadership, offering insights into practical applications, ethical considerations, and the skills educators need to navigate this rapidly evolving landscape. Participants will gain tools and strategies to harness AI responsibly, ensuring it enhances teaching practices while maintaining a student-centered approach.

https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/educator-intelligence-the-future-of-teaching-and-learning-with-ai-tickets-1217411533669?aff=oddtdtcreator 

If you are interested, please apply for this course through HERO

How to Apply for Professional Learning

Follow this link for instructions on how to apply for Professional Learning

Teacher Accreditation Updates

Annual Fee

Just a gentle reminder to pay this if you have not already.

Updating Your Accreditation Details in Hero

If you have recently completed maintenance of accreditation, you may notice a request for you to update your accreditation records in HERO.

Follow this link to find out how to complete this task.