School Of EducationCurriculum for Under ThreesWestern Sydney University Unit Code: 101098.1
Discipline: TEACHER EDUCATION: EARLY CHILDHOOD
Student Contribution Band: 1
Level: 7
Credit Points: 10
Unit Enrolment Restrictions
Students must be enrolled in courses 1625 Master of Teaching (Early Childhood), 1631 Graduate Diploma in Educational Studies (Early Childhood), 1673 Master of Teaching (Birth-12 years), 1672 Master of Teaching (Birth-5years) or 1691 Master of Teaching (Birth-5years/Birth-12years). This unit relies heavily on professional knowledge acquired across the range of other core units and professional experiences within the Master of Teaching (Early Childhood) programme.
About this Unit
This unit examines the role of families and communities in children's learning and emphasizes the essential role of partnerships in the provision of meaningful curriculum for young children. It also examines approaches to observing and documenting children's learning in ways that celebrate children's competencies and build connections between children, families and educators while also identifying any areas where children may require additional assistance. Curriculum for under threes also includes the role of interactions, play experiences and culturally responsive routines in the provision of learning environments for under threes.
Special Requirements - Legislative Pre-requisites
Students must have completed Child Protection training.