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Part 2: Developing an Understanding and Respect for the Natural Environment

INDUSTRY

Early Childhood

CATEGORY

Refresher Module

LEVEL

Entry

AVG COMPLETION TIME

25 mins
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Expert Led

Developed by Australian Experts

Up To Date

Updated as standards and regulations change

Compliant

Comply with ethical and legal obligations

Self Paced

Complete in the flow of work

What You’ll Learn

  • Understand Sustainability
  • Explore what sustainability really means: environmentally, socially, and economically.
  • Connect sustainability to the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) principles and outcomes.
  • Recognise the Importance of Early Education in Sustainability
  • Understand the educator’s role in fostering children’s connection to and contribution toward their world.
  • Discover how children can be active citizens and agents of change.
  • Embed Sustainable Practices in Daily Routines
  • Learn practical, achievable strategies for waste reduction, energy conservation, ethical resourcing, and biodiversity.
  • Explore how to collaborate with children and families to implement these changes meaningfully.
  • Engage in Critical Reflection
  • Reflect on current practices, beliefs, and values around sustainability.
  • Use reflective questions to evaluate and enhance your service’s environmental and ethical practices.
  • Plan for Action and Continuous Improvement

Course Overview

In Part 2, we are going to dive into Sustainability.

Sustainability isn’t just an environmental concept, it’s a way of thinking, teaching, and living.
In early childhood education, we have a unique opportunity to inspire young minds to value and care for their world, to make thoughtful choices, and to take meaningful action.

This course invites educators to reflect, collaborate, and explore practical ways to embed sustainable thinking and practices into everyday learning and service operations.


Through intentional teaching, critical reflection, and children’s agency, we can shape a culture of care, for people, place, and planet.

Course Activities

Introduction

  • Course Overview

    • Lessons

  • Develop an appreciation for the environment through sustainability

    • Conclusions

  • Knowledge Checks
  • Final Quiz

    • Meet Your Course Authors

    KA

    Karen Atkinson

    Childcare Resources

    With 38+ years of experience in Early Childhood and Adult Education, Karen combines her background as a Teacher, University Lecturer, and RTO Founder to develop research-based, practical learning resources. Her expertise spans educational theory, curriculum design, and neuroscience-informed approaches to effective teaching and professional development.

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    Stephanie Sinclair

    Childcare Resources

    With 15+ years in Early Childhood Education, Stephanie brings experience as a Teacher, Trainer, and Consultant, specialising in curriculum design, play-based learning, and compliance with National Standards. As Co-Director of Insightful Learning and Education, she’s dedicated to helping educators create environments where curiosity and connection thrive.

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