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Introduction
This unit serves students in the Bachelor of Education Graduate Certificate (Early Childhood), focusing on education for children from birth to 8 years. It explores contemporary approaches to early childhood curriculum, pedagogy and authentic assessment, emphasising the integration of key Australian curriculum frameworks and quality standards for meaningful early childhood program planning and implementation. Students will engage with valuable principles of continuity, inclusivity, intentional teaching and the significance of play. This unit also examines alternative educational approaches, including the unique contributions of key pedagogues and philosophies, and how these approaches can be embedded within early childhood learning environments.
Summary
| Unit name | Curriculum Pedagogy and Assessment in Early Childhood |
| Unit code | EDP708 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | Arts and Society Faculty of Education |
| Discipline | Education |
| Coordinator | Doctor Lauren Armstrong |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
| Level | Postgraduate |
Sustainable Development Goals
The Unit Coordinator has identified that this unit aligns with the following UN Sustainable Development Goals. We welcome your thoughts and feedback on the alignment of the unit with these goals.
Availability
Specific information on 2027 unit availability will be available in August
Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
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| Semester 2 | 4/7/2027 | 26/7/2027 | 29/8/2027 | 23/10/2027 |
* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).
Unit census dates currently displaying for 2027 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2027 will be available from the 1st October 2026. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- Interpret and evaluate curricula, standards, pedagogies and assessment strategies relevant to young children
- Apply knowledge to design and present appropriate, inclusive and engaging learning experiences for implementation in early childhood settings
- Critically analyse current and relevant scholarly literature, to justify professional decision-making to best support diverse young learners
- Communicate effectively and transmit clear and well-supported ideas to others, using academic writing and APA referencing conventions.
Fee Information
2027 fee information will be available in August.
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 | AT1: Online Quiz – Foundations of Early Childhood Education (20%)|AT2: Curriculum Evaluation and Reflection (40%)|AT3: Presentation – Early Years Curriculum Decisions and Design (40%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
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You will need access to the following:
Reading Lists provide direct access to all material on unit reading lists in one place. This includes eReadings and items in Reserve. You can access the Reading List for this unit from the link in MyLO, or by going to the Reading Lists page on the University Library website.
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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. |
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