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This unit has been discontinued.
Introduction
This unit connects theory, policy and practice concerning leadership and advocacy in early childhood. Topics will include contemporary models that foster effective leadership, constructive management strategies and considered ways to promote advocacy in early childhood. Students will also have opportunities to refine their curriculum leadership, including how best to support staff in the promotion of high quality documentation and planning for children's learning and development.
Summary 2020
| Unit name | Leadership and Advocacy in Early Childhood |
|---|---|
| Unit code | ESM782 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| Faculty/School | College of Arts, Law and Education Faculty of Education |
| Discipline | Education |
| Coordinator | Dr Bronwyn Reynolds |
| Teaching staff | |
| Level | Postgraduate |
| Available as student elective? | No |
| Breadth Unit? | No |
Availability
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Requisites
Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | Fully online with weekly readings and activities |
|---|---|
| Assessment | Conceptualising Early Childhood Leadership Essay (40%); Early Childhood Leadership ePortfolio (60%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required | Refer Bookshop link |
|---|---|
| Recommended | Refer Bookshop link |
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