Studies in teaching 1 (early childhood)
2 hours per week * First semester * Peninsula
This subject will familiarise students with the roles, responsibilities and teaching strategies of the early childhood educator as well as providing an overview of the development of early childhood services in Australia. The ways in which play in its various forms contributes to young children's development will be explored. This subject consists of both a two-hour theory program and associated field experience program.
Assessment
Written: 100%
Recommended texts
Hogben J and Wasley D Learning in early childhood: What does it mean in practice? South Australian Department of Education, 1989
Sebastian-Nickell P and Milne R Care and education of young children Longman Cheshire, 1992