ED1D003 - Early Years Curricula: Play and Pedagogy 01 Sep 2021 - 31 Aug 2027 | Version 1
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | ED1D003 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Early Years Curricula: Play and Pedagogy | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Life Sciences and Education | ||
| Faculty Group: | ITE and Education Practice | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Early Years | ||
| Module Leader: | Amanda Thomas | ||
| Module Team: | Pavla Boulton | ||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2021 | Final Year of Intake: | 2026 |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 40 | Credit Level: | 4 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | 100463 - early years education | ||
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 100 | ||
Document Version Information
| Version | 1 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Sep 2021 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2027 |
Module Aims
• To recognise the learning needs of children from 0 – 8 years old.
• To examine the significance of holistic, child-centred curricula in the Early Years
• To critically explore pedagogical approaches in the Early Years, including play as a learning vehicle
• To develop knowledge of the underlying concepts and principles of how children acquire language and number skills in the Early Years.
Content Summary
• The global context of literacy and numeracy policy in education, with close look at the OECD influence and PISA
• Emerging Communication: how children acquire language and emergent literacy.
• Policy: an understanding of the LNF and the DCF and how they supports wider learning and teaching in literacy and numeracy and digital competency throughout the Early Years Curriculum in Wales.
• Emerging Number: early acquisition of number skills,
• The role of creativity and authentic learning in the acquisition of number skills
• The knowledge and understanding of the importance of 21st century skills, including Digital literacy and numeracy.
• Different curricula within the Uk
• International curricula
• Planning for provision and learning (inc. transitions)
• Learning environments
• Role of the adult
• Pedagogical approaches (inc. play & Observations)
• New Curriculum for Wales
• Schemas and cognitive development
• Assessment: AOL and AFL
• Curriculum Policy and Practice
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 24 |
| Seminar | 16 |
| Independent Study | 180 |
| Placement | 12 |
| Directed Study | 160 |
| Formative Assessment - Scheduled | 8 |
| Total Hours Selected | 400 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Discuss the concepts and principles that underpin the teaching and learning of literacy, numeracy and digital competency |
| LO2 | Explain the key issues that influence contemporary curricula, pedagogies and practices in the early years |
| LO3 | Review the cross-curricula role of literacy, numeracy and digital competency and take account of the potential influence of both on learning and achievement. |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asynchronous Assessment | Practical Written Work 1 | Observation portfolio: A Written portfolio of observations in practice | 0 | 2000 | 50 | No | 40 |
| Asynchronous Assessment | Poster 1 | Evaluation of a classroom activity or initiative that supports either literacy, numeracy or digital competency. | 10 | N/A | 50 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | LO3 | |
| Practical Written Work 1 | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Poster 1 | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |