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This course addresses issues and practices in early childhood settings. It is closely linked with the practical experience which students will have in early childhood settings during teaching practice. In order to work effectively with children and adults in early childhood settings students need to learn how to integrate the knowledge and skills acquired in courses into their practice. This course is designed to meet these needs.
By the conclusion of the course students will be able to: Describe and reflect on professional competencies, attributes and issues that pertain to practical work in early childhood settings. Analyse features of early childhood programmes and identify implications for practice. Discuss and analyse the implications of current research on transitions as related to infants, toddlers and young children and their families/whānau.
TEPS101 or EDPS154 or an approved equivalent
EDPS264, EDEC265, TEPS250
TEPP200 (TEPP250) or an approved equivalent and TEPP201 (TEPP251) (or an approved equivalent)
TEPS250
Joeana Togiaso
Arthur, Leonie; Programming & planning in early childhood settings ; 4th ed; Thomson, 2008.
Dreaver, Kate. et al; Kei tua o te pae : assessment for learning : early childhood exemplars ; Published for the Ministry of Education by Learning Media, 2004.
New Zealand; Education (Early Childhood Services) Regulations 2008 ; Published under the authority of the New Zealand Government, 2008.
New Zealand; Providing positive guidance : guidelines for early childhood education services ; Ministry of Education, 1998.
New Zealand; Quality in action = Te mahi whai hua : implementing the revised statement of desirable objectives and practices in New Zealand early childhood services ; Learning Media, 1998.
New Zealand; Te Whariki : he whariki matauranga mo nga mokopuna o Aotearoa : early childhood curriculum ; Learning Media, 1996.
O'Connor, Angela. , Diggins, Cathy; On reflection : reflective practice for early childhood educators ; Open Mind Publishing, 2002.
MacNaughton, Glenda. , Williams, Gillian; Techniques for teaching young children : choices for theory and practice ; 3rd ed; Pearson Education Australia, 2009.
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All forms of cheating and dishonest practice are taken seriously and penalties will result. Students should refer to Regulation J of the General Course and Examination Regulations.
Students must attend and participate in the course sufficiently to meet the learning outcomes. The student is responsible for obtaining relevant lecture/course information should s/he miss classes. There are times when attendance is compulsory and students will be alerted to this.
Formal and informal evaluation will take place in accordance with the relevant Course Evaluation Policy, to provide feedback to teaching staff about the relevance and validity of what has been learned as well as the effectiveness of course delivery.
The College undertakes a process of internal and external moderation of assessment. This is to ensure that the assessment system is fair, equitable, consistent and manageable.
Work handed in after the due date with no extension granted is considered late. Late work will be accepted up to one week after the due date. The highest grade a late assignment can achieve is a C. Lecturers reserve the right not to mark late work, and no work will be accepted after the assignments have been returned to students.FLO students: Please refer to the Assessment Guidelines for Students for additional information.
Please refer to the TEPS200 Professional Studies 2A Course Information booklet for details of specific assignment requirements and other course task requirements. Please also refer to the course kaupapa for information (this will be placed on the TEPS200 Learn site).
Assignment 2 requires practical application of course content in an early childhood setting. Students should ensure they have access to a centre.Assignments must be word processed in 12 point font with 1.5 line spacing, and stapled in the corner. Please do not use clear file folders to present your work. APA format is required for references. Keep a copy of all assignments. NOTE: A cover sheet must be attached to each assignment.
Under exceptional circumstances (e.g.. illness, accident, bereavement or critical personal circumstances) individual students may be granted an extension of the due date for an assignment. There is, however, a limit to the length of time that an extension can be granted and this should be negotiated with the course coordinator in the first instance. Extensions will not normally be given for longer than one week from the due date, unless exceptional circumstances prevail. Extensions are not granted automatically to students.Requests for extensions should be emailed to the course coordinator at least two days prior to the due date for the assignment. Relevant evidence such as a medical certificate or a letter from a counsellor may be required in order for the course coordinator to make a decision about whether or not to grant an extension. A copy of the course coordinator’s email confirming the extension (if granted) and any supporting documentation must be attached to and submitted with the assignment.Extensions will not normally be granted because of pressure of university study, e.g. several pieces of work being due at about the same time. Students are encouraged to plan their work in a realistic manner and in advance so that they can meet their assessment deadlines.
If work meets most of the criteria required to pass, the student may be given the opportunity to resubmit an assessment to bring it to a passing standard. Resubmissions are restricted to work that is originally submitted on or before the due date. Late assignments will not be considered for resubmission.You must attach the original assignment and original marking sheet to your resubmit.A resubmitted assignment that meets requirements will be awarded a minimum passing grade. A resubmitted assignment that does not meet the passing standard will be awarded a ‘D’.
Students should refer to Regulation H of the General Course and Examination Regulations. Information is also outlined in the ‘Assessment Guidelines for Students’ booklet.
All assignments must be submitted to Turnitin through the course Learn site on or before the due date. Information regarding the use of Turnitin will be provided.
Domestic fee $595.00
International fee $2,750.00
* All fees are inclusive of NZ GST or any equivalent overseas tax, and do not include any programme level discount or additional course-related expenses.
For further information see School of Teacher Education .