EDF6641

The social and political contexts of early childhood services

(EDU)

12 points + 3 hours per week + First semester + Peninsula and/or Clayton

Synopsis: The relationship between political, economic and social factors and the development of services for young children in Australia. The responses of the public and private sectors during these periods with regard to the establishment, funding and administration of early childhood education and care services.

Assessment: Seminar presentation and paper (3000 words): 60% + Structured journal: 40%