The Image of the Child

    Unit code: ECE4003 | Study level: Undergraduate
    Credit points
    12
    (Generally, 1 credit = 10 hours of classes and independent study.)
    Location
    Footscray Nicholson
    Online Real Time
    Prerequisites
    ECE2003 - History, Philosophy and Early Childhood Education
    ECE3007 - Practice in Partnership 4
    (Or equivalent to be determined by unit coordinator)
    Overview
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    Overview

    In this unit students will engage deeply with the construction of the child, childhood and early childhood education. Students will understand how these conceptualisations have changed over time and across place. Students will critically reflect on the image of the child in the Australian and global context and analyse the positioning of early childhood education in society. The unit will equip students with the ability to discuss the concept of the child, childhood and early childhood education from a sociological perspective.

    Learning Outcomes

    On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:

    1. Examine historical, societal and political changes in early childhood education in Australia and worldwide;
    2. Critically reflect on the changing nature of childhood, the image of the child and the role of the early childhood workforce;
    3. Develop a deep understanding of early childhood education and children from a sociological perspective, considering the roles of culture and history

    Study as a single unit

    This unit can be studied on its own, without enrolling in a full degree.

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    Assessment

    For Melbourne campuses

    Assessment type: Presentation
    |
    Grade: 30%
    The image of the child through time and place
    Assessment type: Essay
    |
    Grade: 30%
    The social construction of childhood
    Assessment type: Journal
    |
    Grade: 40%
    Reflective journal entries on understanding of key concepts

    Required reading

    Links to relevant texts will be available via VU collaborate.

    As part of a course

    This unit is studied as part of the following course(s):

    Bachelor of Early Childhood Education and Leadership
    EBCL | Bachelor degree | Duration: 4 years

    Refer to the course page for information on how to apply for the course. VU takes care to ensure the accuracy of this unit information, but reserves the right to change or withdraw courses offered at any time. Please check that unit information is current with the Student Contact Centre.

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