Handwriting in the early years 2023095F is a Course
Full course description
Date and time
Wednesday 25 October 2023, 9.30 am to 3.30 pm
Delivery mode
In person at ISV, 40 Rosslyn St, West Melbourne
Audience
Foundation Teacher, Year 1 Teacher
Description
This day-long workshop explores best practice approaches to teaching handwriting in the early years. This seminar is designed for Foundation and Year 1 teachers and will provide an in-depth look at:
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typical development of visual motor skills, and how to ensure students have the foundation skills required to learn handwriting
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why some kids struggle with handwriting (including students with ASD) and targeted approaches to support them
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best practice teaching of handwriting using evidence-based approaches
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response to Intervention’ model to identify early strugglers of handwriting and explore remediation strategies.
The development of handwriting skills in in the early years of school is essential for every child throughout their schooling and future life.
Key takeaways
- understanding of how to ensure students have the foundation skills required to learn handwriting
- understanding of why some children struggle with handwriting and targeted approaches to support them
- knowledge about best practice teaching of handwriting using evidence based approaches
- knowledge of the ‘Response to Intervention’ model to identify early strugglers of handwriting, and explore remediation strategies.
Presenter information
Amanda MacLean
Amanda MacLean has worked as a Paediatric Occupational Therapist for the past 20 years, spending time in the major children’s hospitals in Melbourne, Sydney and London. During this time, she has been lucky enough to work beside leading neurodevelopmental medical consultants, and is now able to bring a range of approaches to her work with children. Amanda started her therapy services in 2007. Her specialist experience assessing and working with children with a wide range of difficulties and disabilities resulted in a high demand for services and a team grew from there. Amanda has worked extensively in schools and feels passionate about providing training for teachers and parents in the area of inclusion and early intervention. She uses a functional approach during therapy, working towards practical and achievable goals to help children better participate in the school environment.
Link(s) to relevant VRQA Standards
Curriculum and Student Learning – Student learning outcomes Yes
Care, Safety and Welfare of Students – Safe environment Yes