Early Childhood Context

Set texts

Clark, B, Grey, A.(Eds). (2010). Perspectives on early childhood education Ata kitea tepae- scanning the horizon.  North Shore, Auckland: Pearson.

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Module One: Introduction to early childhood services in Aotearoa New Zealand

This module is founded on the Te Whäriki principle of holistic development. Students will:

• Discuss the history, goals, structure and philosophy of a particular service and explain how licensing criteria is implemented for this early childhood service.
• Write clearly concisely and accurately for a particular purpose.

Module Two: Early childhood environments

• This module is founded on the Te Whäriki principle of empowerment. Students will:
• Discuss environments (interpersonal, temporal and physical) which support and nurture children’s physical, emotional and psychological wellbeing.
• Describe positive guidance strategies which foster prosocial behaviours.

Module Three: Interpersonal communication
This module is founded on the Te Whäriki principle of relationships. Students will:

• Establish and maintain positive, reciprocal relationships with children, parents and whanau.
• Explain the underpinning principles of effective partnerships.

Module Four: Bicultural practice
This module is founded on the Te Whäriki principle of family and community. Students will:

• Explain the importance of Mäori as tangata whenua and outline bicultural practices within the early childhood setting.
• Apply the principle of inclusive practice to case study scenarios.

There are two assessments which cover all four modules of learning.