Abstract
This paper explores a collaborative strengths-based approach to investing in pre-service early childhood teacher education in the area of child protection. The paper discusses findings from research that suggest using a collaborative process, involving work-integrated learning, enhanced the ability of the pre-service teachers in the study to protect young children. The paper draws on the doctoral research of the author, which evaluated a Strengths Approach as a cross-sector tool for implementing change in early-childhood education and in doing so researched a potential investment in improving pre-service preparation.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | ACEN 2012 |
Subtitle of host publication | Collaborative Education: Investing in the future |
Editors | Matthew Campbell |
Place of Publication | Springvale South, VIC |
Publisher | ACEN |
Pages | 71-76 |
Number of pages | 6 |
ISBN (Electronic) | 9780980570625 |
Publication status | Published - 2012 |
Event | Australian Collaborative Education Network National Conference: ACEN 2012 - Geelong, Australia Duration: 29 Oct 2012 → 02 Nov 2012 |
Conference
Conference | Australian Collaborative Education Network National Conference |
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Abbreviated title | Investing in the future |
Country/Territory | Australia |
Period | 29/10/12 → 02/11/12 |