Preservice teachers will build their knowledge of how science, maths and technology is articulated in early childhood centres as a means for young children to express themselves as human beings. As part of the unit, students will engage with the languages of maths, science & technology in developing an understanding of the structures of each of these languages and how these languages can inspire multi-disciplinary experiences for young children to make meaning of their worlds. Preservice teachers will investigate each of these concepts using what they know about engaging with place and the entangled stories they encounter. They will also use knowledge of early childhood research to help them understand how these languages operate in early childhood settings. By viewing the child as capable, this unit will inspire us to look beyond the traditional notions of these disciplinary areas.
Unit details
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Study level:
Undergraduate
Credit points:
12
Unit code:
ECE3006
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Learning Outcomes
| 1. | Articulate the language of maths, science, and technology in general and in the context of early childhood. | ||
| 2. | Integrate the language of maths, science, and technology to build rich, multidisciplinary experiences in early childhood settings. | ||
| 3. | Contextualise math, science, and technology in relationship to the changing nature of education in an evolving local and global context. |
Assessment
| Assessment type | Description | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Creative Works | Create a short digital presentation, using place to describe one of the languages (maths, science, technology) | 30% |
| Assignment | Analyse current research and readings on maths, science, and technology in early childhood settings and create an infographic poster. | 35% |
| Project | Integrating languages of maths, science, technology, create early childhood experiences. | 35% |
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