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EDF5410

Curriculum Studies: Early Childhood (6 points)

(EDU)

Leader: Ms J Nuttall

Offered:
Peninsula First semester 2004 (Day)
Peninsula First semester 2005 (Day)

Synopsis:

Objectives: Upon successful completion of this unit, students should be able to plan effectively for children aged 3-5 years in a variety of early childhood settings; identify key elements of appropriate curriculum; be familiar with a number of ways of planning and be able to match those to particular children's needs and /or contexts; appreciate the implications of culture, community, family and individual issues for curriculum; summarise key points on contemporary thinking about curriculum theory.

Assessment: Task 1: 2000 word essay (40%). Task 2: A 3000 word written report (60%).

Contact Hours: 2 hours per week

Prerequisites: EDF5412 Field experience


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