Building Teacher Capacity
Capacity building of teachers is one of the key aims of Gould League.
Gould League have been providing professional development and guidance of teachers since 1909. Gain professional development points in one or more of these 5 hour PD events that addresses 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 6.2 and 6.3 in the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers. Please note there are no more Teacher PD days scheduled for 2025, however we do provide in house training if you need support.
In house Teacher Professional Development
Education is unquestionably a unique and powerful lever for change in society – and a particularly important one as far as sustainable development is concerned. Yet, are we teaching the right things? The nature economy is expected generate up to $10.1 trillion in annual business value and create 395 million jobs by 2030. But who is teaching the jobs of tomorrow and how to critically think and problem solve? Let us give you a taste of the extraordinary innovation and answers nature provides to everyday challenges via in house Teacher Professional development. It’s bound to surprise and delight you – and ultimately your students. Programs are best suited to Green Teams, Sustainability, Science, and Geography Teachers – however all staff including administrators will gain value from attendance.
Programs are 60 to 90 minutes in duration. Current programs are as follows:
The Circular Economy and Beyond – Pathways to a Sustainable Future – MOST POPULAR
The Blue Economy, incorporating the Circular Economy, is projected to create 100 million jobs in the next decade through nature-inspired innovations that promote zero waste. Despite its potential for systemic change and sustainable growth, it remains largely unknown in Australia. These innovations represent a new approach to problem-solving central to the Circular Economy. This is typically a 90 minute workshop, but could be cut down to 60 mins, offers insights into achieving zero waste and economic development through collaborative, nature-inspired innovation, promising to inspire and unlock new possibilities for individuals, schools/ELC’s and communities.
Bringing the Bay to you
If your teacher co-hort can’t visit Ricketts Point, we can come to you. We’ll cover Gould League’s marine education, the importance of Marine Sanctuaries, and their role in protecting Port Phillip Bay’s wildlife. The program includes an audiovisual display and hands-on experiences, making it a perfect programs for teachers.
More than just birds – the History and Impact of Gould League
The session explores the history and impact of Gould League, highlighting its books, posters, and excursions, while showcasing its innovative contributions to environmental education and showing how far sustainability has come over the decades. With half of school children in the 50s and 60s as members, the presentation evokes nostalgia and provides reassurance about the future of environmental stewardship.
Innovation and Inspiration from Nature
Money cannot sustain us; only nature provides essential resources like air, water, and sunlight. The nature economy could generate trillions financially and create millions of jobs. Over half of the world’s GDP relies on nature, yet our understanding of it remains limited. This presentation aims to showcase real-world innovations inspired by nature, changing perceptions of elements like maggots, silkworms, coffee waste, and bacteria.
Fees: 60 – 90 mins presentations including Q&A would typically be $440 plus milage. Mileage is charged at .88c per km and usually between $30 and $40. There is no limit to the size of the group booked – with the aim of maxium participation from all interested staff. To book, call or email our bookings co-ordinator Greta on [email protected] or 0431 107 389.
Testimonials: Here’s a couple of testimonials from a recent inhouse PD event.
“Wow – that was amazing. Anne-Maree is an incredible speaker and full of knowledge. It was so interesting to hear what other countries are doing and the impact of small steps. I hope Australia implements some of these initiatives soon. I’ve come away with lots of food for thought and considering some of my personal actions which in turn will be shared with the children we teach.”
“The speaker was amazing, I learnt so much from her and we have had so many discussions this morning about what we can do in our homes and centre. I love the fun aspect of sustainability and the information she gave us on ideas for our circular economy. Thank you for organising this we have taken away so much!”
“The choice of topic was really impactful. Environmentalism is such a serious and important issue because it affects the world we all live in. I believe we each have a role to play, and it’s so important to focus on adopting solutions that help rather than adding to the problem. Change starts with conversation, but action happens when we learn together. In-house programs on waste and the environment, help build a culture that cares. We start by shaping habits, values and leaders one team at a time.”
Public Events
Due to the lack of pre-bookings, our two scheduled free events for Term 4 have been cancelled. Please come back again in the new year for our 2026 program schedule.
For further information and/or to be added to our mailing list contact:
[email protected] / 0419 193 134 / 0431 107 389