EDUC4111

Early Childhood Professional Preparation 4

Faculty of Education and Arts School of Education

10 Units 4000 Level Course

Not available in 2012

Previously offered in 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004

This course enables students to develop the advanced skills in professional communication required by early childhood teachers, and to explore complex issues which necessitate the application of these skills.

Objectives

Students will:
1. demonstrate understanding of the complex issues relating to communication in EC centres and schools
2. demonstrate skills in analysis and communication
3. work collaboratively as well as independently toward completion of assessment tasks
4. develop skills in collaborative learning

Content

Topics include:
. the nature and purpose of communication in EC centres and schools
. the types of communication and their application in EC centres and schools
. specific skills in communication including skills required for providing information, self appraisal, promoting interpersonal relationships, resolving conflicts and dilemmas, becoming a strategic advocate

Transition

Not Applicable

Industrial Experience

Assumed Knowledge

Year 1, 2 and 3 of the program
ABOR3500, EDUC4001, EDUC4048, EDUC4098

Modes of Delivery

Internal Mode

Teaching Methods

Tutorial

Assessment Items

Other: (please specify)

1. Ethical Analysis 40%
2. Literature Analysis 40%
3. Presentation 20%