Unit

School Of Education

Professional Experience: Children 5-8 YearsWestern Sydney University Unit Code: 20050.1

Discipline: TEACHER EDUCATION: EARLY CHILDHOOD

Student Contribution Band: NP

Level: 2

Credit Points: 10

Prerequisite
20034 Early Childhood Pedagogy: Integrated Programming AND 20036 Early Childhood Pedagogy: Programming for Infants, Toddlers and Preschoolers AND 42053 Language and Literacy in Early Childhood Education

About this Unit
This unit provides students with practical experiences in planning for children in K-2 school settings. Students apply theories of learning and understanding of children's development when planning play environments. The practicum focuses on planning, implementing and evaluating developmentally appropriate sequenced learning experiences. Students develop their teaching and group management skills to meet the needs of young children in early childhood settings. Students demonstrate observation, analysis and planning skills for children with special needs.