The developing brain:The big picture

The Fraser Foundation is thrilled to give back to our early childhood education community with a free professional development webinar series. This uplifting webinar is designed to celebrate and support educators, directors, students, and sector leaders,  all from the comfort of your home or centre. We believe in your dedication and want to empower you with high-quality learning opportunities at no cost.

 

Meet Our Speaker: Nathan Wallis

 

THE DEVELOPING BRAIN: THE BIG PICTURE: This talk is for those wanting a quick snapshot of brain development. In this presentation, Nathan will guide you through the stages of brain development from childhood to adulthood. Nathan will reveal little tricks to make educating easier, and help you open up communication with child in a way that actually encourages them to listen, develop and grow. You will walk away with a better understanding of how both you and children’s brains work - and this can only strengthen your relationships!

 

About Nathan Wallis: Nathan Wallis is a father of three & foster parent with a professional background in child counselling, teaching and social service management. He lectured in Human Development at the University of Canterbury, Christchurch, New Zealand and was also a board member and senior trainer with the national body responsible for the dissemination of neuroscientific research to professionals.

 

He has developed a reputation as a lively and engaging speaker who uses humour and plain language to make this complex topic come to life.

 

Register here.