Handbook : Unit informationEdith Cowan University

School: Education

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• Unit Title

  Leading Early Childhood Pedagogy and Practice (0-8 years)

• Unit Code

  EPA6170

• Year

  2021

• Enrolment Period

  1

• Version

  1

• Credit Points

  15

• Full Year Unit

  N

• Mode of Delivery

  On Campus
  

• Unit Coordinator

  A/Prof Marianne KNAUS

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Description

This unit examines leadership in early childhood settings and explores factors that impact on pedagogy and practice. Current research, evolving theories of leadership and early childhood pedagogy are critically analysed in order to reconceptualise practice in light of changing pedagogy. Students demonstrate their ability to lead pedagogy and practice through action learning, ongoing professional learning and dialogue, reflective practice and relationship building. Theoretical knowledge is linked to practical experiences through research that relates to leadership, pedagogy and change.

Equivalent Rule

Unit was previously coded EPA5170

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this unit students should be able to:

1. Assess the effectiveness of their leadership role and its impact on early childhood pedagogy and practice.
2. Critique common educational leadership strategies and practices in the field in light of current evidence-based research.
3. Demonstrate knowledge of evidence based research, evolving theories of leadership and early childhood pedagogy.
4. Initiate and sustain change through action learning, ongoing professional learning and dialogue, reflective practice and relationship building.
5. Reconceptualise practice in light of new reforms and changing pedagogy.

Unit Content

1. Module One: Building leadership capacity Knowledge of leadership, early childhood pedagogy and evidence based research. Changes in early childhood pedagogy and their impact on practice. Leading pedagogy within and beyond early childhood settings.
2. Module Two: Reconceptualising practice in light of reforms Knowledge of reforms and the conceptual and behavioural positions of individuals towards change. Professional dialogue, critical analysis, reflection, self-assessment and action learning as tools for change. Leading pedagogy and practice in innovative ways that promote quality practices.
3. Module Three: Leading early childhood pedagogy and practice through action learning Initiate pedagogical change in an early childhood context. Leading change through dialogue, analysis, reflection and self-assessment. Sustain and evaluate the impact of change.

Learning Experience

Students will attend on campus classes as well as engage in learning activities through ECUs LMS

For more information see the Semester Timetable

Additional Learning Experience Information

Lectures, workshops, practical experience, online support, Camtasia, digital video and interviews.

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 School Progression Panel.

Core Reading(s)

• Daft, R. L., & Pirola-Merlo, A. (2009). The leadership experience. South Melbourne, Australia: Cengage Learning. Retrieved from https://ecu.on.worldcat.org/oclc/768487979?databaseList=638

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