GEDU405B – Introduction to Early Childhood
Module code
GEDU405B
Module title
Introduction to Early Childhood
Prescription
The aim of this module is to provide students with skills and knowledge relevant to the Early Childhood career pathway.
Programmes
- EF1804
NZQA Level
Level 4
NZQA Credits
15
Delivery method
- Web-Enhanced
Learning hours
- Total learning hours
- 150
Resources required
- Learning Outcomes
- 1. Work independantly to locate, select, analyse and apply information from a variety of sources to complete context relevant tasks
2. Describe key concepts related to the development of infants, toddlers and the young child
3. Demonstrate an awareness and understanding of the importance of health and safety and the wellbeing of infants, toddlers and the young child
4. Create, use and evaluate play resources for an infant, toddler or young child. - Content
- - The development of infants, toddlers and the young child - Te Whaariki
- Health and safety and wellbeing - ECE centre's regulations, policy and procedures, parent whanau relationships, professional relationships
- Play resources; evaluation of resources;
- Reflective practice
- Developing research Skills - Teaching and Learning Strategy
- Students will gain knowledge, skills, capabilities and attitudes by participating in classroom and practical sessions that may include face to face tutor led targeted teaching sessions; online delivery and off campus learning; tutor demonstrations; collaborative group activities and discussions; student seminars and/or presentations; simulated activities and role plays; guest speakers; and practical workshops. All teaching and learning will be web-supported.
- Assessment Criteria
- The portfolio is comprised of multiple components. To pass this module, students must attempt each component, meet all learning outcomes and achieve an overall pass grade of 50%.
- Learning and Teaching Resource
- A full set of resources will be issued for this module, including course work and assessment materials, a list of recommended/required texts/library books, and web-based resources. Students will also be encouraged to use the library and other resources that can be accessed at Wintec.
