Course details

The purpose of this award is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence to ensure that each child¿s learning, development and well-being is facilitated through the provision of opportunities, experiences, activities, interaction, materials and equipment, having regard to the age and stage of development of the child and the child¿s cultural context.

Learning Outcomes Learners will be able to:

  • Outline the types, stages patterns and purposes of children¿s play
  • Describe a range of theories of play in the context of children¿s education to include Psychoanalytic theories (Freud, Winnicott) and Constructivist theories (Piaget, Vygotsky)
  • Evaluate the role of the adult in children¿s play
  • Explore a child lead approach to meeting the play and educational requirements of children
  • Describe different approaches to curriculum development and implementation in the ECCE setting
  • Assess the value of equipment, materials, play spaces, both indoors and outdoor in the ECCE setting
  • Use a range of reading and storytelling techniques appropriate to different stages of children¿s development and cultural background
  • Select relevant play activities and materials appropriate to children¿s interest and stage of development and cultural background
  • Implement appropriate curricula which promotes learning and the holistic development of the child
  • Reflect on own role and responsibilities when supporting children in their play.

Description

Assignment

An assignment is an exercise carried out in response to a brief with specific guidelines as to what should be included. An assignment is usually of short duration and may be carried out over a specified period of time.

Skills Demonstration

A skills demonstration is used to assess a wide range of practical based learning outcomes including practical skills and knowledge. A skills demonstration will require the learner to complete a task or series of tasks that demonstrate a range of skills.

Grading

  • Pass 50% - 64%
  • Merit 65% - 79%
  • Distinction 80% - 100%
Updated on 08 November, 2015

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