Sample Module Sequence (Subject to Change)

Module 1 – September 4–5 (Opening Intensive – Virtual Participants). Introduction to Grounded in Practice, Rudolf Steiner & the Generative Principles

Module 2 – September 19
Children Need to Be Ready to Learn, (Principle 4)

Module 3 – September 26
Connection Time & Pedagogical Tact, (Principle 3) Quality of teacher preparation

Module 4 – October 10
Steiner's Theory of Knowledge I,
Introduction to Epistemology

Module 5 – October 24
Teaching Must Be Artistic,(Principles 9 & 11) Imagination, artistic process & recall

Module 6 – November 14
Storytelling Creates Coherence, (Principles 9 & 11)

Module 7 – November 28
Learning is Structured Over Time, (Principles 6 & 7) Block teaching & learning over time

Module 8 – December 12
The Cultural Life of the School, (Principle 14)

Module 9 – January 9
Steiner's Theory of Knowing II, The Philosophy of Freedom

Module 10 – January 23
A Phenomenological Approach, (Principle 10)

Module 11 – February 13
A Sense of Coherence, (Principle 2)

Module 12 – February 27
Differentiated Learning & Self-Activity, (Principles 12 & 15)

Module 13 – March 6
The Twelve Senses, (Principle 13)

Module 14 – March 20
Rich Experience, (Principle 8)

Module 15 – April 10
Communication & Conflict Resolution, (Principle 16)

Module 16 – April 24
Assessment & Reporting,(Principle 14)

Module 17 – May 8
Connecting with Parents (Principles 14 & 15)

Module 18 – May 22
Teachers as a Collegial Learning Community (Principle 16)

Module 19 – June 5
The Primary Aims of the Waldorf Curriculum, (Principle 17 )

In-Person Intensive
August 17–21 or August 24th-28th (email us for more information on our western and eastern locations)

A five-day immersion into the living practice of Waldorf educational principles.

Daily Rhythm
Mornings begin in movement and, when possible, in nature.

The day unfolds through morning lecture, artistic contemplation & conversation, and quiet moments to absorb and integrate.

Space is held for pause—for breath, and nature moments.

Location
Contact us for west and eastern locations at info@haven-wood.ca

Or

The immersion may also be offered at your school or within your community - check out our Hosted School Partnership Model.

Curriculum

Foundations
Contemporary lense into Waldorf Educational Psychology (Anthroposophy) as a way of understanding the developing human being. Child development learning is approached through art, geometry, and movement.

Generative Principles
An introduction to Martyn Rawson’s generative principles through living classroom examples.

Teacher Inner Work
Practices that support and sustain the teacher, attending to inner life through contemplative, somatic, and reflective work.

Application & Preparation
Time to think, plan, and shape your own work (administrative or teaching). Guidance to bring principle into practice so teaching becomes lived, not only

Whole Program: $3350 CAD (discounted)

Twice Monthly Virtual Modules Stand Alone:
Sept - June - $2200 CAD.

Important Enrolment Information

It is highly recommended to take the whole program, however you may:

• Enroll in the full program, including both the retreat and virtual modules.

• Alternatively, join the virtual modules as standalone.

We offer these options to best suit your needs and schedule!

Credit Hours & Transferring to Accredited Waldorf Teacher Training Institutes

This program fulfills 100 hours of Foundation Study according to AWSNA guidelines for teacher preparation requirements. Credit transfer for foundation or supplementary hours requires approval by training institutes on a case by case basis. However, full credit hours are pre-approved by the following institutes:

• Sunbridge Institute

• Sound Circle Center