Inclusive Practice 3

The concepts of equity and advocacy are investigated in relation to the rights of the child as articulated in United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCROC), United Nations Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNRIP) and New Zealand legislation and policy documents. Ākonga will develop understandings, knowledge and pedagogies so that they can identify and respond inclusively to ākonga with diverse and additional learning needs.

Learners who successfully complete this course will be able to:

• Critically examine the impact of assumptions and beliefs on practice and the achievement of children with disabilities and additional learning needs.
• Debate the rights of the child with reference to UNCROC (United Nations Convention on Rights of the Child), United Nations Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNRIP), and legislation and policy in Aotearoa New Zealand
• Evaluate a range of pedagogies which promote the inclusion of children with disabilities and additional learning needs in early learning services.

Computer and internet requirements

This course is delivered online, so you will access your course material and submit assessments online. Our online courses may include reading, videos, quizzes or activities, and you may need to download content.

For online learning you need:

• Access to a laptop or desktop computer
• Reliable internet and data plan.  

If you are unsure if your current computer, Windows or internet access will allow you to study online, please contact us before applying to enrol. 

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