Teacher Professional Development

The Parliamentary Education Team offers professional learning opportunities for teachers to further their understanding of parliamentary processes and governance in Queensland.

Teachers are also welcome to attend our paid professional programs, including half-day and full-day seminars at Parliament House in Brisbane and full-day seminars in different regional centres each year.

Regional workshops

In-person

Mystery Location*

Date: Thursday 7 August, 3.30pm to 5.30pm  

Venue: TBC

Registrations open closer to the date. 

*Location decided by the winner of our Parliament in Minecraft Competition.

 

Townsville 

Date: Friday 30 August (Student Free Day), 1pm to 3pm  

Venue: TBC

Registrations open closer to the date. 

 

Democracy in action webinar series

Online

Democracy in action is free professional development webinar series that has been created especially for teachers to enhance their knowledge and understanding of our democratic system of government.

Facilitated by the Queensland Parliamentary Service, Parliamentary Education Office (Canberra) and Supreme Court Library Queensland, you'll learn about key features of our representative democracy and the history of our legal system.

Join us to discover and develop new skills, activities and resources for use in your classroom!

Term 3

Wednesday 24 July (Week 3)             4 to 5pm

Human rights and law making During this session, presented by the Queensland Parliamentary Service, Parliamentary Education Office and Supreme Court Library Queensland, you will: learn about current human rights frameworks and legislation, explore how human rights impact law-making practices and processes in Queensland and Australia, and investigate how human rights mechanisms by been applied in Queensland courts.  Register now

Term 4

Wednesday 16 October  (Week 3)                    4 to 5pm

Get involved: avenues for active citizenship in the classroom During this session, presented by the Queensland Parliamentary Service, Parliamentary Education Office and Supreme Court Library Queensland, you will: discover how individuals and groups can engage with democratic institutions to advocate for change, and explore the connection between project based learning and active citizenship. Register now

Wednesday 13 November (Week 7)  4 to 5pm

Scrutiny under the spotlight During this session, presented by the Queensland Parliamentary Service, Parliamentary Education Office and Supreme Court Library Queensland, you will: learn about the different ways law is scrutinised in Queensland and Australia, and discuss the effectiveness of different mechanisms of scrutiny. Register now

 

Need more information?

Kirsten Murray
Parliamentary Education Officer
P: 07 3553 6413
E: parliamentary.education@parliament.qld.gov.au 

 

 

 

Teacher Advisory Group

The Teacher Advisory Group (TAG) brings together educators from various levels and sectors of education in Queensland to assist in the development of our resources.The purpose of TAG is to:   

• provide insight and advice on the development of activities, events and resources in line with the curriculum and contemporary classroom practice

• identify opportunities for broadening the reach of the program, particularly to engage with educators and students in regional and remote communities.

Group members are appointed for 12 month terms, and may seek continued membership. Parliamentary Education may renew nominations during the 12 month term if needs arise.

 

Who can apply to join?

All teachers currently registered in Queensland are welcome to apply, regardless of year level or education sector.

How often does TAG meet?

The TAG meets quarterly. Advice may be sought from members in between meetings via email or phone.

How do I apply to join?

Our 2024 TAG has been finalised. 

Nominations to apply to join TAG open again in December 2024.  

Need more information?

Kirsten Murray
Parliamentary Education Officer
P: 07 3553 6413
E: parliamentary.education@parliament.qld.gov.au