MPYPH in the EY: Implementing Agency by Ali Flinchum https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu New Port Richey en-us 2022-05-16 16:03:38 UTC 2022-08-02 00:49:16 UTC hello@padlet.com Reach Out! ali_flinchum https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/250948822 Curious about something?  Already have a question?  Contact me at...
ali.flinchum@gmail.com
Twitter: aliflinchum ]]> 2018-04-11 23:06:23 UTC https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/250948822 Conceptual Understandings ali_flinchum https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/250948823 During our workshop, we will inquire into: 
  1. Situating learning in local and global contexts supports students' understanding of human commonalities
  2. Transdisciplinary learning design deepens students' understanding of complex ideas
  3. Collaborative relationships support well-being
  4. Diverse ways of knowing, doing and thinking are supported by well-designed learning environments
]]> 2018-04-11 23:06:23 UTC https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/250948823 Tentative Agenda ali_flinchum https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/250948824 2018-04-11 23:06:23 UTC https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/250948824 What should I bring? ali_flinchum https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/250948825 Must Haves:
  • Samples of a program of inquiry (POI) and unit planners 
  • Regional or national curriculum documents (if applicable) 
For Sharing:
  • Sample of children's work (be sure privacy standards are met)
  • Sample documentation of children’s learning (e.g. learning story, photos of a documentation panel, portfolio, photographs of children learning)
Techie Stuff:
  • USB (or some other system to share and save resources)
  • Laptop
For ultimate comfort:
  • A water bottle
  • Your preferred creature comfort!


]]> 2018-04-11 23:06:23 UTC https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/250948825 21st Century Workshop ali_flinchum https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/250948826 Share your learning!
#ibpyp
#earlyyears



]]> 2018-04-11 23:06:23 UTC https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/250948826 Hi! ali_flinchum https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/250949320 Welcome to our padlet!  I'm Ali Flinchum, a former EY teacher, PYP Coordinator, and current Ed Tech guru. I will be adding pieces to this padlet throughout the coming weeks. No need to read everything before our workshop, but please take some time to look over the Pre-Workshop, IB Belief Statements, and official documents sections. I'm looking forward to seeing you soon!

Click here to view the video intro: https://youtu.be/HyhxJoBqxWg]]> 2018-04-11 23:11:18 UTC https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/250949320 Keys to Success ali_flinchum https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2186028071 Select three from the following six options for teacher practice that you would like to focus on and further develop throughout the workshop: 
  • I will integrate transdisciplinary and disciplinary concepts, knowledge and skills in a way that supports a coherent learning experience for early years students.
  • I will support students in developing an understanding of human commonalities (e.g. through transdisciplinary themes)
  • I will support early years students to initiate and engage in their own inquiries.
  • I will encourage student reflection and action in response to their learning.
  • I will establish, engage and maintain collaborative relationships that support the well-being of the learning community.
  • I will select teaching approaches, resources, technologies, learning experiences and assessments that are inclusive and effective for early years students.
]]> 2022-05-16 16:23:06 UTC https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2186028071 Brain Development ali_flinchum https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2186044239 "The early years are an important stage for brain development. During this period, the brain is most open to the influence of experiences and relationships because children undergo rapid growth in all domains: physical, cognitive, social and emotional. The quality of these experiences and relationships directly affects the structure of the developing brain."

From "The Early Years in the PYP"
https://resources.ibo.org/pyp/works/pyp_11162-418371?]]> 2022-05-16 16:32:57 UTC https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2186044239 Image of the Child ali_flinchum https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2186048313 "From birth, children are interested observers and curious explorers who are capable of constructing meaning to make sense of the world around them (Yogman et al. 2018). "

From "The Early Years in the PYP"
https://resources.ibo.org/pyp/works/pyp_11162-418371?]]> 2022-05-16 16:35:06 UTC https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2186048313 Play as Learning ali_flinchum https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2186050522 "Play in children’s development highlights the importance of a developmentally appropriate environment for young children to learn at their own pace (Rushton, Juola-Rushton and Larkin 2010)." 

From "The Early Years in the PYP"
https://resources.ibo.org/pyp/works/pyp_11162-418371?]]> 2022-05-16 16:36:26 UTC https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2186050522 The Early Years: Resources for the early years educator, parent, or caregiver ali_flinchum https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2186052013 2022-05-16 16:37:17 UTC https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2186052013 The Early Years in the PYP ali_flinchum https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2186062629 2022-05-16 16:43:50 UTC https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2186062629 The Role of the Educator in Play ali_flinchum https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2186063143 2022-05-16 16:44:09 UTC https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2186063143 The Learner ali_flinchum https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2186063667 2022-05-16 16:44:25 UTC https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2186063667 Learning and Teaching ali_flinchum https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2186064115 2022-05-16 16:44:40 UTC https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2186064115 The Learning Community ali_flinchum https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2186064531 2022-05-16 16:44:56 UTC https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2186064531 Art Scope and Sequence ali_flinchum https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2186065050 2022-05-16 16:45:14 UTC https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2186065050 Language Scope and Sequence ali_flinchum https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2186065440 2022-05-16 16:45:28 UTC https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2186065440 Mathematics Scope and Sequence ali_flinchum https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2186065814 2022-05-16 16:45:42 UTC https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2186065814 PSPE Scope and Sequence ali_flinchum https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2186066283 2022-05-16 16:45:59 UTC https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2186066283 Science Scope and Sequence ali_flinchum https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2186066737 2022-05-16 16:46:16 UTC https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2186066737 Social Studies Scope and Sequence ali_flinchum https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2186067196 2022-05-16 16:46:33 UTC https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2186067196 Observing Practice ali_flinchum https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2186343003 This is a video of an early educator in Australia. Watch the video of this small groups and think about how the children are learning.  After viewing, reflect on these statements below.]]> 2022-05-16 19:46:52 UTC https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2186343003 PYP Digital Resource ali_flinchum https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2199456432 2022-05-25 14:15:51 UTC https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2199456432 An Early Years Approach to Global Issues ali_flinchum https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2199482932 2022-05-25 14:33:57 UTC https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2199482932 International Children's Library ali_flinchum https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2199537816 2022-05-25 15:11:57 UTC https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2199537816 International-Mindedness ali_flinchum https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2199538343 2022-05-25 15:12:20 UTC https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2199538343 The Learner Profile ali_flinchum https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2199539690 2022-05-25 15:13:14 UTC https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2199539690 "The Lenses" of the PYP ali_flinchum https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2199540801 2022-05-25 15:13:58 UTC https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2199540801 Transdiscplinary Themes ali_flinchum https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2199565442 2022-05-25 15:31:53 UTC https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2199565442 Central Ideas ali_flinchum https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2199681728 2022-05-25 17:00:59 UTC https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2199681728 Related Concepts ali_flinchum https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2199681904 2022-05-25 17:01:10 UTC https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2199681904 A Child's Understanding of Key Concepts ali_flinchum https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2199682342 2022-05-25 17:01:32 UTC https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2199682342 Key Concept: Change ali_flinchum https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2199682737 2022-05-25 17:01:52 UTC https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2199682737 Key Concept: Connection ali_flinchum https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2199683043 2022-05-25 17:02:07 UTC https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2199683043 Key Concept: Causation ali_flinchum https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2199683644 2022-05-25 17:02:35 UTC https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2199683644 Key Concept: Perspective ali_flinchum https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2199684000 2022-05-25 17:02:51 UTC https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2199684000 Key Concept: Responsibility ali_flinchum https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2199684314 2022-05-25 17:03:07 UTC https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2199684314 Key Concept: Form ali_flinchum https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2199684530 2022-05-25 17:03:19 UTC https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2199684530 Key Concept: Function ali_flinchum https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2199684772 2022-05-25 17:03:31 UTC https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2199684772 Berlin Metro POI https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2201551512 2022-05-27 01:23:49 UTC https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2201551512 UN School POI https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2201551834 2022-05-27 01:24:05 UTC https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2201551834 Etonhouse POI https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2201552093 2022-05-27 01:24:18 UTC https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2201552093 Qatar POI https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2201552321 2022-05-27 01:24:29 UTC https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2201552321 EY Planner PDF https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2201563454 2022-05-27 01:32:12 UTC https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2201563454 EY Planner Word https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2201563876 2022-05-27 01:32:31 UTC https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2201563876 Developing Approaches to Learning https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2201573499 2022-05-27 01:40:24 UTC https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2201573499 ATLs https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2201573877 2022-05-27 01:40:37 UTC https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2201573877 Qatar Academy POI https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2201574323 2022-05-27 01:40:58 UTC https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2201574323 Organizing the Opal School Environment https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2201577491 2022-05-27 01:43:21 UTC https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2201577491 Maximizing the potential of the 'third teacher' https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2201578067 2022-05-27 01:43:52 UTC https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2201578067 Learner Agency in the Early Years https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2201579915 2022-05-27 01:45:25 UTC https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2201579915 Supporting Student Agency https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2201580499 2022-05-27 01:45:50 UTC https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2201580499 ali_flinchum https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2202198228 2022-05-27 13:29:56 UTC https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2202198228 Read “The Early Learner” and “Inquiry” on the PYP Resource Center ali_flinchum https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2202385346 (This is the three columned website we used, accessible through ibo.org)]]> 2022-05-27 16:32:41 UTC https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2202385346 For Lead Teachers: How We Express Ourselves Planning ali_flinchum https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2202385715 1. Tell stories about how your children express themselves
2. Look at your Central Idea. If you want to change it, do a POI walk and look at model POIs, accessible through the Padet.
3. Look at lines of inquiry. Think to yourself, “This is an inquiry into…..”. If it sounds like an open-ended statement, you should be good. If it sounds like a call to action or a point found on a checklist, rework it. 
4. Complete the planner. Use the prompts for help. 
5. There should be one planner for all lead teachers. Submit the one planner through your individual accounts. ]]> 2022-05-27 16:33:10 UTC https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2202385715 Supporting Teachers: Create a Take Home Education Piece for Parents to Understand on ATL Skills ali_flinchum https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2202385914 Your parents need your help! Select one ATL skill and create a parent education piece about that ATL skill. 

To begin, ask yourself, 
1. What ATL skill do I want to explore?
2. What subskills do parents need to grow in? How will they grow? 
3. Display this information in a booklet, brochure, speech, or similar format.]]> 2022-05-27 16:33:28 UTC https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2202385914 PYP in Early Years ali_flinchum https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2246403448 After viewing, do a Connect-Extend-Challenge. In your notes, write the idea that connected to your prior knowledge, an idea that extended your knowledge, and an idea or question that continues to challenge your thinking. Come ready to discuss!]]> 2022-07-19 21:07:00 UTC https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2246403448 Introduce yourself! ali_flinchum https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2246405386 Take a moment to conduct this pre-workshop survey so that I can get to know you a bit better!]]> 2022-07-19 21:14:46 UTC https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2246405386 Student Agency Resources ali_flinchum https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2252352100 2022-07-31 17:08:32 UTC https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2252352100 ali_flinchum https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2252352398 2022-07-31 17:09:57 UTC https://padlet.com/ali_flinchum/vq9g2a0ysoa6pyqu/wish/2252352398