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EDEC1008: History and Philosophy of ECE
2024 unit information
The unit provides a foundational overview of the theoretical perspectives that have contributed to the history and philosophy of early childhood education. It examines philosophies, theories and theorists over time that have helped shape views about children and children's learning, curriculum development and the role of the teacher. The unit will enable students to recognise the importance of philosophy in early childhood education as they read research and engage with philosophical ideas. Students will also begin to develop a broad knowledge of curriculum approaches, including Froebel, Montessori, Steiner and Reggio Emilia that are implemented across Australia in contemporary early childhood settings.
Unit details and rules
Managing faculty or University school:
Education
| Code | EDEC1008 |
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| Academic unit | Education |
| Credit points | 6 |
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Prerequisites:
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EDEC1005 and EDEC1006 and EDGU1006 |
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Corequisites:
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None |
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None |
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None |
At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:
- LO1. articulate the historical basis of early childhood education
- LO2. identify the theoretical influences underpinning contemporary early childhood pedagogies and practices
- LO3. demonstrate active engagement in critical thinking about different philosophical views of curriculum
- LO4. explore the changing image of the child through history
- LO5. reflect on the role of the teacher using different approaches to curriculum.
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Semester 2 2024
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Normal day | Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney |
Outline unavailable
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