Course Guide - Edith Cowan University

CED5102
15 Credit Points
Contemporary Issues in Religious Education
FACULTY OF EDUCATION & ARTS
This unit studies a range of contemporary issues which influence
the theory and practice of religious education in the Australian
context. The unit explores issues pertaining to the nature and
purpose of religious education, as well as socio-cultural and
religious issues which constitute the broader context in which
religious education is conducted.
CED5104
15 Credit Points
Explorations in Theology and Film in the Classroom
FACULTY OF EDUCATION & ARTS
It has been said that 'movies and television are for the masses
what theology is for the elite'. If theology can be defined as 'faith
seeking understanding', where better to begin the search than film
and television, both forms of media articulate the basic human
search for meaning through an infinite variety of concerns and
situations. this unit explores ways in which film and television
influence values and attitudes and identifies particular
theological/religious themes. The unit will also investigate bias in
the media.
CES5102
15 Credit Points
Contemporary Moral Issues
FACULTY OF EDUCATION & ARTS
This unit discusses foundational areas of Catholic Moral theology.
It examines case studies to assist students in evolving an objective
moral conscience. Particular attention is given to the human act as
all moral decisions stem from the understanding of this
theological concept.
CHN4111
15 Credit Points
Ecology of Children and Families 1
FACULTY OF EDUCATION & ARTS
This unit takes an ecological perspective in examining the
development of children aged between birth and four years. This
includes an analysis of relationships between child development,
family, community and culture. The unique needs of very young
children are addressed in the context of family, community and
culture. This unit is linked with CHN1101. Students who have
completed CHN1101 are not eligible to enrol in CHN4111.
CHN4112
15 Credit Points
Ecology of Children and Families 2
FACULTY OF EDUCATION & ARTS
This unit takes an ecological perspective in examining the
development of children between four and twelve years. This
includes critical analysis of relationships between child
development, family, community and culture. The unit aims to
provide the students with the sound knowledge base from which
they will be able to plan, deliver and evaluate high quality
programmes for children aged four to twelve years which are
context specific. This unit is linked with CHN1102. Students who
have completed CHN1102 are not eligible to enrol in CHN4112.
CHN4113
15 Credit Points
Family Diversity and Difference
FACULTY OF EDUCATION & ARTS
This unit focuses on an analysis of individual, community and
cultural responses to difference. Difference and diversity is
reviewed in relation to ethnicity, gender, family structure and
composition and ability. The links between beliefs and values and
service delivery analysed. A process of service delivery to
children and families, which reflects valuing of difference, is
reviewed in more detail. This unit is equivalent with CHN2101
and CHN3104. Students who have completed CHN2101 or
CHN3104 are not eligible to enrol in CHN4113.
CHN4115
15 Credit Points
Designing Family Support Programs
FACULTY OF EDUCATION & ARTS
This unit reviews family needs from a strengths perspective and
then identifies the place of family support programs in responding
to these variables. Family support programs designed to meet the
needs of different populations are then analysed. The social
science theory that underpins the different types of programs is
concurrently examined to show how theory is used in practice.
The research evidence in relation to the effectiveness of family
support programs in responding to family needs also assumes a
central place in the unit. This unit is linked with CHN3102 and
CHN3206. Students who have completed CHN3102 or CHN3206
are not eligible to enrol in CHN4115.
CHN4116
15 Credit Points
Advocating for Change: Children and Families at Risk
FACULTY OF EDUCATION & ARTS
This unit analyses the population of families with children who
are categorised as at risk of abuse or neglect. It analyses
ideologies and values pertaining to the creation of risk factors and
their impact on the definition of risk. An ecological approach is
taken so that cultural, community and familial factors that impact
on risk can be reviewed. International differences including those
relating to child labour and child prostitution in addition to abuse
and neglect are also analysed. Finally, contemporary services for
families and children at risk are reviewed. This unit is linked with
CHN3101 and CHN3205. Students who have completed
CHN3101 or CHN3205 are not eligible to enrol in CHN4116.
CHN4117
15 Credit Points
Purpose of Play
FACULTY OF EDUCATION & ARTS
This unit explores the inter-relationship between play and
development by critically analysing the theory of play and the
application of that theory to early and middle childhood within a
cultural context. The unit provides skills in planning sequences of
a range of play experiences that are developmentally appropriate
and meaningful to the child in a given context. This unit is linked
to CHN1130. Students who have completed CHN1130 are not
eligible to enrol in CHN4117.
CHN4126
15 Credit Points
Working with Infants and Toddlers
FACULTY OF EDUCATION & ARTS
This unit focuses on working with families and providing high
quality environments for children under three years of age.
Attention is given to the particular needs of very young children
and supporting their relationships with primary caregivers.
Students will learn to plan care routines for very young children
based upon their individual needs and family preferences, develop
an understanding of infection control procedures, the
identification of children who may be unwell and appropriate
responses to emergencies and accidents.
CHN4127
15 Credit Points
Working with Children in Community Settings
FACULTY OF EDUCATION & ARTS
This unit focuses on providing recreation programs for children
between five and twelve years. Students will develop safe food
handling procedures, the ability to plan nutritious diets for
children and to provide high quality recreation programs for this
age group. The unit will also focus upon strategies for
communicating effectively with children, engaging them in
decision making and working collaboratively.
CHN4128
15 Credit Points
Facilitating Play
FACULTY OF EDUCATION & ARTS
This unit introduces students to the processes and practices
involved in planning, implementing and evaluating experiences
for children which enhance their play and leisure. The unit has a
particular focus on the development of play, music and movement
experiences for children. Students undertaking this unit will work
directly with children in group care settings and demonstrate their
developing skills in providing for children’s physical, emotional
and developmental needs.
198 ECU Postgraduate Course Guide 2007