Noni Vyas

Background

About Noni Vyas

I am an early childhood practitioner working in this field for almost two decades I truly found my passion in working with children, families, and teachers focusing on early childhood education and development. I am a teacher, educator, researcher, advisor, and consultant engaging in professional growth leading to thoughtful judgments and decision making for all children’s and teachers’ learning. I have a specific interest in observation and documentation of young children’s learning, development and exploration of innovative pedagogical practices and programs, to engage and change the image of the child in early childhood setting in India. I have worked extensively in providing knowledge and understanding in the following fields- • Learning Environments (environment as a third teacher). • Inquiry based learning. • Intentional and purposeful teaching and learning. • Making learning visible through Pedagogical documentation. • The power of play. • Professional learning projects. • Reggio inspired learning practices. • Learning stories. • PYP in early years. • The importance of QCT and PSPE in early years setting. Trainings and Courses- • PYP Principles and Practice in Early Childhood Education (Tania Lattanzio, Innovative Global Education) • Reggio Emilia approach and Principles.(Kirsten Liljegren) • Shared philosophy of Teaching and Learning (Deborah Harcourt, Head, Children’s Services, Bond University) • MLV (making learning visible) from Harvard Graduate School of Education (2015/ 16 fall course) • Edudrama (Julia Gabriel) The Teachers Foundations, Bangalore The Child In Early Years: Ages and Stages Theories and Approaches of Child Development Domains and Developmental Milestones. Learning Environment and Behavior Management Whole School Quality Circle Time. • Leadership programs by Exper MBTI (Mayers-Briggs Type Indicator) Five Dysfunctions of a Team Johari Window • Landmark Forum (Advance)