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.

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Regional workshops

 2025 dates coming soon.    

 

Democracy in action series

Online only

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 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
Phone: 07 3553 6413
Email: parliamentary.education@parliament.qld.gov.au 

 

 

 

Teacher PD

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