ELCF Module 2: Pedagogical Leadership (MSVU ONLINE)

5 PL hours

This is a 2 evening online session, you must attend both in order to receive a certificate.

Monday January 19 & Wednesday January 21, 2026 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM both dates

Facilitators: Jackie Lee & Barbie McCuaig

This is a 2 evening online session, you must attend both in order to receive a certificate.

Module 2: Pedagogical Leadership

Building upon the foundational concepts explored in Module 1: Image of the Child, this module invites participants to examine how pedagogical leadership shapes learning environments, decision-making, and relationships in early learning and child care programs. Grounded in the principles of Nova Scotia’s Early Learning Curriculum Framework (NSELCF), the module emphasizes the influence of values, beliefs, and reflective practices on leadership at all levels –from educators to administrators. Through case studies, collaborative dialogue, and hands-on activities, participants will explore what it means to lead with intention, embrace change, and support inclusive, inquiry-based learning for children and adults alike.

Participants will:

● Recognize social pedagogy and how it connects to educator practice and the image of children as capable, confident and curious.

● Practice making connections between pedagogy, values and educator perspectives in relation to early learning environments and curriculum.

● Understand inclusion in a broader perspective and how it impacts pedagogy and image of the child.

● Discuss the complexity of change and how reflection benefits ELCC practice and explore tools to support this work.

● Deepen their understanding of the NSELCF’s key elements and apply them in leadership and collaboration with colleagues, families, and communities.

Participants attending this training must agree to the following:

Standard registration agreement for all professional learning:

I agree to participate from an operational computer with a working microphone (live online sessions only).

I agree all information is confidential and will not be shared outside my group discussions or cohort of participants.

I agree to conduct myself in a professional manner and be respectful of other people’s perspectives, opinions, and ideas.

I agree that I will show up fully committed and engaged in the work.

I understand that active participation is essential to the learning experience and that I may not receive a professional learning certificate if I do not fully participate.

This is a 2 evening online session, you must attend both in order to receive a certificate.

Monday January 19 & Wednesday January 21, 2026 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM both dates

Facilitators: Jackie Lee & Barbie McCuaig