Courses & Units
Curriculum Pedagogy and Assessment in Early Childhood EDP708
Introduction
This unit is designed for students enrolled in the Bachelor of Education Graduate Certificate (Early Childhood), specialising in teaching children aged birth to 8 years. This unit interrogates current early childhood curricula and pedagogies. Topics include planning using relevant state, national and Australian curricula; program implementation in accordance with the National Quality Frameworks and Standards; intentional teaching; catering for inclusivity and diversity; alternative early childhood approaches (for example, Montessori, Steiner & Reggio); the importance of play and authentic assessment.
Summary
| Unit name | Curriculum Pedagogy and Assessment in Early Childhood |
|---|---|
| Unit code | EDP708 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | College of Arts, Law and Education Faculty of Education |
| Discipline | Education |
| Coordinator | Doctor Lauren Armstrong |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Online | Semester 1 | Off-Campus | International | Domestic | |
| Online | Semester 2 | Off-Campus | International | Domestic | |
Key
- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
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Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | 26/2/2024 | 22/3/2024 | 15/4/2024 | 2/6/2024 |
| Semester 2 | 22/7/2024 | 16/8/2024 | 9/9/2024 | 27/10/2024 |
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Learning Outcomes
- interpret, analyse and appraise early childhood curricula, standards, pedagogies and assessment strategies
- develop, plan, and implement strategies for teaching and learning in early childhood settings
- critically analyse and evaluate current and relevant literature
- apply knowledge and transmit ideas to others
- communicate using academic writing, expression and English conventions (including spelling, punctuation, and grammar), APA referencing conventions, and scholarly literature
Fee Information
| Field of Education | Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 | Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 | Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 | Domestic Full Fee 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 070101 | $555.00 | $555.00 | not applicable | $2,324.00 |
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2 Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
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Requisites
Mutual Exclusions
You cannot enrol in this unit as well as the following:
ESM780Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | Off Campus: Asynchronous Learning: Due to the online nature of this Unit, your engagement will encompass weekly lectures, readings, tasks and discussions, and the completion of assignment work. It is expected that you will timetable 10 hours of study time per week, realising that this includes time spent reading or viewing resources provided to you, searching for additional information and resources necessary for the completion of assessment tasks and other activities, and participating in regular tasks and online discussions. |
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| Assessment | Online Quiz|Essay (45%)|Powerpoint Presentation and Supporting Statement (55%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
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| Recommended | The text below will be useful to your developing knowledge and understanding of the content in this unit. This text is referenced throughout the unit, and is available from the UTAS Library. When seeking sources of evidence to support your assignment work, you may find this a useful starting point. | Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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