Teaching Responsibility
LJMU Schools involved in Delivery:
LJMU Partner Taught
Learning Methods
Lecture
Seminar
Workshop
Module Offerings
4506EYCOLC-JAN-PAR
Aims
To equip students with the knowledge, skills and values for the role of practitioner working with children in Early Years.
Learning Outcomes
1.
Describe and demonstrate how to meet the individual needs of children in ways which are consistent with appropriate curriculum guidance
2.
Discuss the key theories and requirements surrounding the curriculum
3.
Explore the ways in which practitioners work with families, carers and other agencies to support and develop children’s learning in relation to curriculum philosophy
Module Content
Outline Syllabus:Importance of play in the early years and the analysis of both indoor and outdoor learning in relation to its promotion within Early Years Curriculum. Curriculum models, frameworks and theories and requirements. Early Years pioneers, theories of teaching and learning. Creation and management of a stimulating and motivating learning environment. The important place of key themes within curriculum frameworks. Identification of individual needs, activities to enhance self-confidence and self-esteem. Activity planning and assessment. Considering the role of the adult, effective partnership working and the importance of sharing of information.
Additional Information:Theories of curriculum development are examined in relation to current practice. This activity based module will result in the presentation of a resource file which will be effective in supporting future practice. The balance and interconnection between play, creativity and academic learning will be explored. There are close links between this module and the learning and development in the Early Years module.
Assessments
Portfolio