SENIOR HANDBOOK for 2012

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EARLY CHILDHOOD Why study Early Childhood? The primary focus of the early childhood field of study and industry is to promote the well-being of young children and a greater awareness of the importance of quality practices in the community. Throughout this course, you will develop: respect for young children and an understanding of their social, emotional, physical, intellectual and language development a knowledge and understanding of child development from birth to eight years the ability to communicate in a variety of modes practical skills in a care-giving role including teamwork and co-operative planning an awareness of cultural values and influences in child-rearing practices, especially those which are seen within Australian society the ability to operate as an independent, reflective and self-directed learner a knowledge and understanding of early childhood environments and programs that facilitate all aspects of the development of young children a knowledge and understanding of the role of parents, caregivers and early childhood professionals in providing suitable environments and programs an awareness of ethical and legislative issues related to the care of children knowledge and skills essential to participation in the workforce, particularly the early childhood sector. Prerequisites There are no academic prerequisites for this subject. A “C” level of literacy is desirable if you want to achieve employment in the early childhood setting. Course Content Core Topics The value of play Quality early childhood practices Observing children Elective Units Introducing early childhood (compulsory) Understanding growth and development (compulsory) Social and emotional development of children Physical development Intellectual and language development The physical care of children Play in early childhood Creativity, self-expression and problem solving in early childhood Parenting Behaviour in early childhood Children with special needs Accident prevention and safety Career pathways working with young children Assessment Assessment is mostly practical. The emphasis is on communication. Criteria for assessment are: Practical skills Knowledge and understanding Reasoning Assessment techniques will include: Practical skills – toy making, demonstrations, orals, excursions, designing learning activities, interaction with young children St Margaret Mary’s College Senior Handbook for 2012 Page 73
Teacher observation of student skills Objective and short-response tests Response to stimulus tasks e.g. guest speaker, case studies, film, role play Reports on excursions, observations of children, childcare environments Non-written tasks e.g. posters, collage, photo essay, story reading Where possible, students will be assessed in real and/or simulated early childhood situations. Homework This is consistent with the outline given to all Year 11 students. The amount will vary throughout each semester, depending on the requirements of each topic or elective. Career Pathways This subject is linked to employment in the early childhood field but you will require further tertiary certifications to qualify e.g. Home based childcare provider Assistant in a childcare centre Nanny Assistant in early childhood setting (kindergarten and Pre-school to Year 3) St Margaret Mary’s College Senior Handbook for 2012 Page 74
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