Exploring Practitioners’ view of reciprocal caregiving pedagogy: What really matters?

Exploring Practitioners’ view of reciprocal caregiving pedagogy: What really matters?

Originally from the North West of England, Georgina Fardoe moved to Malta in 2013. After spending the past eighteen years working across health care and educational settings, Georgina has remained interested in the psychology of social relationships and the notion of providing quality service, especially within Early Childhood Education & Care (ECEC) services. After returning to education as a mature student, Georgina holds both undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in Psychology, specialising in Child and Family Psychology with the University of Chester, furthermore, is currently completing her PhD with the University of Sheffield. Her research focus centres on relational pedagogy within an ECEC context and the value of practitioner reflective practice as a tool for professional growth. Since working in Malta, Georgina has held leadership and managerial positions across different educational sectors, leading to her current role as Director of Studies & Development with Avanza Training Academy. Currently, she is responsible for the design and coordination of various vocational courses on offer at Avanza, including the early years development, education and care programmes.