School: Education

This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.

  • Unit Title

    Early Childhood Education Studies 2
  • Unit Code

    ECS4212
  • Year

    2017
  • Enrolment Period

    1
  • Version

    2
  • Credit Points

    10
  • Full Year Unit

    N
  • Mode of Delivery

    On Campus
  • Unit Coordinator

    Mrs Claire HALL

Description

This unit provides pre-service teachers with an understanding of the characteristics of children aged 3-5 years and how the learning environment impacts on young children's learning. It explores theories underpinning learning, child development and pedagogy and makes links to effective early childhood practice. Pre-service teachers' knowledge of socially just and inclusive practices are developed. A repertoire of pedagogical practices for this age group are examined.

Non Standard Timetable Requirements

Offered on-campus .

Equivalent Rule

Unit was previously coded ECS4122

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this unit students should be able to:

  1. Demonstrate knowledge of effective pedagogical practices for children aged 3-5 years.
  2. Describe practices for assessment and evaluation suitable for children aged 3-5 years.
  3. Explain how the learning environment promotes learning in the kindergarten and pre-primary settings.
  4. Explain the influence of social justice issues and principles, and the implementation of a differentiated curriculum.
  5. Outline the philosophical foundations and accepted policies of effective practice in early childhood settings.
  6. Summarise the characteristics of children aged 3-5 years.

Unit Content

  1. Early childhood philosophical foundations and research based pedagogical practice.
  2. Inclusive and socially just practices for all children.
  3. Indoor and outdoor learning environments.
  4. Learning and development for children aged 3-5 years.
  5. Practices for successful and effective working relationships in early childhood settings.
  6. Teaching and assessment practices suitable for children aged 3-5 years.

Additional Learning Experience Information

Lectures, workshops, simulations, guest speakers and seminars. In addition independent study, perceptive observation, reflective thought and contribution to seminars for both on-campus and residency modes of study.

Assessment

GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units

Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.

ON CAMPUS
TypeDescriptionValue
AssignmentResearch and Practice60%
ExaminationExamination 40%

Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005)

For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.

Academic Misconduct

Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:

  • plagiarism;
  • unauthorised collaboration;
  • cheating in examinations;
  • theft of other students' work;

Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.

The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.

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School: Education

This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.

  • Unit Title

    Early Childhood Education Studies 2
  • Unit Code

    ECS4212
  • Year

    2017
  • Enrolment Period

    2
  • Version

    2
  • Credit Points

    10
  • Full Year Unit

    N
  • Mode of Delivery

    On Campus
  • Unit Coordinator

    Mrs Claire HALL

Description

This unit provides pre-service teachers with an understanding of the characteristics of children aged 3-5 years and how the learning environment impacts on young children's learning. It explores theories underpinning learning, child development and pedagogy and makes links to effective early childhood practice. Pre-service teachers' knowledge of socially just and inclusive practices are developed. A repertoire of pedagogical practices for this age group are examined.

Non Standard Timetable Requirements

Offered on-campus .

Equivalent Rule

Unit was previously coded ECS4122

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this unit students should be able to:

  1. Demonstrate knowledge of effective pedagogical practices for children aged 3-5 years.
  2. Describe practices for assessment and evaluation suitable for children aged 3-5 years.
  3. Explain how the learning environment promotes learning in the kindergarten and pre-primary settings.
  4. Explain the influence of social justice issues and principles, and the implementation of a differentiated curriculum.
  5. Outline the philosophical foundations and accepted policies of effective practice in early childhood settings.
  6. Summarise the characteristics of children aged 3-5 years.

Unit Content

  1. Early childhood philosophical foundations and research based pedagogical practice.
  2. Inclusive and socially just practices for all children.
  3. Indoor and outdoor learning environments.
  4. Learning and development for children aged 3-5 years.
  5. Practices for successful and effective working relationships in early childhood settings.
  6. Teaching and assessment practices suitable for children aged 3-5 years.

Additional Learning Experience Information

Lectures, workshops, simulations, guest speakers and seminars. In addition independent study, perceptive observation, reflective thought and contribution to seminars for both on-campus and residency modes of study.

Assessment

GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units

Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.

ON CAMPUS
TypeDescriptionValue
AssignmentResearch and Practice60%
ExaminationExamination 40%

Core Reading(s)

  • Arthur, L., Beecher, B., Death, E., Dockett, S., & Farmer, S. (2015). Programming and planning in early childhood settings. (6th ed.). Australia: Thomson Australia.

Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005)

For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.

Academic Misconduct

Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:

  • plagiarism;
  • unauthorised collaboration;
  • cheating in examinations;
  • theft of other students' work;

Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.

The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.

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