Early Learning Philosophy - level 6

Course details

Learning Outcomes

Learners will be able to:

• Compare a range of philosophical perspectives and approaches in relation to early childhood education
• Describe the main features and influence of the main philosophical approaches in relation to ECCE practice
• Prepare a detailed evaluation of a specific early childhood curricular approach using indicative criteria including:

Process and content

- Adult-directed, child initiated and child centred

- Inclusivity, integration and intercultural

- The hidden curriculum

- The traditional approach versus process approach to curriculum implementation

• Facilitate autonomous learning by each child in a specific ECCE setting
• Provide learning opportunities involving creative and non- routine activities based on underpinning theoretical concepts and philosophical approaches
• Promote awareness of alternative philosophical approaches and traditions in relation to early childhood education among peers and colleagues
• Identify own learning needs at a personal and professional level and assist others in identifying learning needs
• Perform tasks within the parameters of professional conduct including relations with parents or guardians, young children and colleagues

Assessment:

Assignment 30%, Skills Demonstration 40%, Examination (Theory) 30%

Progression Routes:

QQI awards at level 6 in Childcare or 3rd level degree courses in childcare