Beyond the planning cycle: Think differently, plan authentically
Beyond the planning cycle: Think differently, plan authentically .
Elevate your programming practice.
In this Elevate series you will explore how meaningful documentation can be gathered as part of everyday interactions with children, rather than becoming an additional task completed later at a computer. By collecting small pieces of evidence over time, such as brief observations, educator reflections, conversations, work samples and children’s creations, educators can build a richer and more accurate picture of learning without relying on lengthy learning stories. The series will support you to confidently document without a screen, make greater use of children’s work and artefacts rather than excessive photographs, and use ongoing reflection on your service philosophy to create a program that is authentic, responsive, and meaningful to your unique community.
This series will build your confidence to move beyond traditional programming and explore practical, time-efficient, child-led approaches to authentic planning and documentation.
Week 1
5th–11th November – Explore – Progress through the workbook in your own time
Week 2
12th November – Connect & Learn – 1 hour Live Session 10:00am–11:00am
Week 3
19th–25th November – Implement & Reflect – Your ECTARC Presenter will email reflection questions and resources. Participants have the opportunity to ask questions as they implement ideas in their setting.
Week 4
26th November – Share & Grow – 30 min Live Group Conversation 10:00am–10:30am
- Start Date
- 12-Nov-2026
- End Date
- 26-Nov-2026
- Start Time
- 10:00 am
- End Time
- 11:00 am
- Location
- Online
- Special introductory offer! Normally $195
- Price
- $150.00