Creative mathematics across the curriculum in the Foundation Stage This course aims to equip participants with strategies and practical approaches for implementing the Early Learning Goals for mathematics in the most effective and appealing ways for young children.
Leeds. Cost: 135 plus VAT. Contact the BEAM professional development team on 020 7684 3334 or e-mail adambrownsell@beam.co.uk.
Understanding autistic spectrum disorder
This course looks at the nature of the autistic spectrum and ways to develop strategies to enable effective and positive work with affected children.
London. Cost: 160+VAT. Call 01524 832 828 or book online at www.concept-training.co.uk where you can also find out how to receive this training 'in house'.
28 April
Play and child development
This course will explore how play supports children's all-round development and how practitioners can provide a balance of play experiences for children from nought to five through setting up an appropriate play environment and play resources .
Langley, Berkshire. Cost: 100. Call 01753 592 200, e-mail contact@manortreegroup.co.uk or go to www.manortreegroup.co.uk.
29 April The role of the teacher
This seminar will look at Montessori's philosophy of the teacher's role and its relation to the theories of Piaget, Bruner, Bandura and Skinner.
Delegates will discuss the importance of self-evaluation and observation and look at specific strategies for effectively supporting the child's holistic, balanced development.
York. Cost: 55 (includes lunch). For information contact Maggie Tait on 01759 302 638 or e-mail steve@sjtait.fsnet.co.uk.
* For more courses, see www.nurseryworld.co.uk/training/courses_and_conferences.
