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This course extends the range of research and inquiry methodologies required by kaiako to be effective teacher-researchers. They learn how to apply research and inquiry methodologies to improve practice in collaboration with their learning community. Ākonga are taught skills to critique a range of published research to assist them to improve their practice.

In this course ākonga investigate and critically examine a range of issues that influences the learning and development of infants, toddlers and young children. Ākonga will critically evaluate and reflect on theories of learning and development from post-structural, critical and cultural perspectives and consider the implications for the education and care of infants, toddlers and young children. They will also consider the significance of the early years on future lifespan development.

This course introduces students to the early childhood regulatory framework, including the Aotearoa New Zealand bicultural curriculum framework Te Whāriki (2017). Study it by distance while you work with Open Polytechnic, NZ's leader in online and distance learning.

This course introduces students to socio-cultural theories of how young children learn and develop, including the importance of attachment and transitions. Students will also explore Te Whariki, the bi-cultural early childhood curriculum in more depth and the value of children’s play, including the role of the adult in supporting meaningful play experiences for children from conception to six (6) years of age.

with New Zealand's specialised provider of distance and online learning courses and qualifications, Open Polytechnic NZ.

US4098 Using Standards to Assess Candidate Performance

This course introduces ākonga to the profession of early childhood teaching. The past and present provision of different early childhood services in Aotearoa New Zealand are examined, with a focus on the differing philosophies, pedagogy, and politics of each service.

This course examines the basis of te Tiriti o Waitangi partnership and its historical and educational significance for kaiako in early learning services and schools.

This course introduces ākonga to the role research and inquiry play in learning and teaching. Ākonga will come to understand the importance of evidenced based decision making when evaluating and adapting their practice.

This course introduces current theories of learning and development that underpin teacher practice and approaches. It overviews typical characteristics and patterns that can be observed in infants, toddlers and young children with a specific focus on the first 1000 days.