ECCE 189 Planning with Young Children II builds on the concepts and theories of ECCE 188 with an emphasis on play theory, social relationships and skills, and creative and cognitive processes in children ages three to six years. Learners examine the interface of adults and children in a child-centred environment. Learners study ways of supporting and extending the interests, understandings and problem-solving abilities of young children in the areas of mathematics, science and social studies. The focus will extend to the programming context with a holistic approach to the practitioner as planner and adult within the play environment and address variations in development, abilities, issues, and risk factors.
Prerequisites: ECCE 188 with a minimum grade of 60%
Accessibility Services Notice
Students who would like an academic accommodation and who have a documented disability should contact Accessibility Services, if they have not already done so.Course Details| Total number of weeks | 15 |
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| Total Credits | |
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| Total Hours | 60 |
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Typical hours per week breakdown| Lecture | 4 |
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Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the learner will be able to:
- Create curriculum that highlights the image of the child as a capable learner, full of potential and with autonomy over their own learning
- Design learning opportunities which build on individual children’s strengths within inclusive and reflexive environments, both indoor and outdoor
- Develop provocations and projects based on children’s interests using observations, inquiry, and webbing
- Describe the role of the educator in child-centered, play, and inquiry-based reflective practice
- Design programs for children and families using a cultural lens
- Create opportunities to facilitate children’s reciprocal relationships to community and reconnection to land and place
- Examine the interrelationship of humans and their natural environments
- Recognize indicators of developmental delays or concerns and associated risks
Teaching and Learning Approach
This is an interactive course which is learner centred and includes activities such a large and small discussion
and group work, class presentations, field trip, and project based learning. This course uses a constructivist
approach where the learner is an active participant and plays a role in their own learning process. There will be
plenty of opportunities for practicing new skills in the classroom.Learning Resources
Required:
Clark, A. (2023). Slow knowledge and the unhurried child: Time for slow pedagogies in early childhood
education. Routledge.
Curtis, D., & Carter, M. (2017). Learning together with young children (2nd Ed.). Readleaf Press.
Early Learning Advisory Group. (2019). British Columbia early learning framework. British Columbia Ministry of
Health, British Columbia Ministry of Education, British Columbia Ministry of Children and Family Development.
https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/education-training/early-learning/teach/early-learning-framework
Detailed Course Content, Topics, and Sequence Covered
1. 1.Orientation to the Course and Introductions Read slow knowledge chapter 1
Review of 188
Anit-bias education
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2.Inquiry and Webbing
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3.In class provocations
4. 4. Gathering and Inquiry Project work Webbing with children
Read slow knowledge chapter 2
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5.Expanding inquiry through STEAM
6. 6.Curriculum planning and responding how to engage in project work
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7.Taking learning outside- Fall
8. 8. Culinary Practices
9. 9.Beyond the Fence- engaging children
10. 10.Engaging families and community
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11. Fostering Children's Imagination Engaging in the arts
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12.Technology and tools- expanding learning
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13.Pedagogical commitments, how does this show up in practice
14. 14.Course review and outdoor winter
Assessment
| Title | Learning Outcomes | Value |
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| Participation and reflection | 1, 4, 6, 7,8 | 20% |
| Assignment 1 Inquiry to Provocation | 2, 3, 4, 7,8 | 25% |
| Assignment 2 Provocation to Project | 1,2,3,4,5,6,7 | 30% |
| Assignment 3 Outdoor Project Plan | 2, 4, 5, 6, 7,8 | 25% |
| Total | 100% |
Grading Table
Standard Academic and Career Programs Grading Table
| Percentage |
Letter Grade |
GPA |
| 90-100 |
A+ |
4.33 |
| 85-89 |
A |
4.00 |
| 80-84 |
A- |
3.67 |
| 76-79 |
B+ |
3.33 |
| 72-75 |
B |
3.00 |
| 68-71 |
B- |
2.67 |
| 64-67 |
C+ |
2.33 |
| 60-63 |
C |
2.00 |
| 55-59 |
C- |
1.67 |
| 50-54 |
P |
1.00 |
| 0-49 |
F |
0.00 |
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DNW |
0.00 |
See the Academic Calendar for General Information including how to withdraw from course(s) and other regulations.
Disclaimer
Information contained in this course outline is correct at the time of publication. Content of the course is revised on an ongoing basis to ensure relevance to changing educational, employment and market needs. The instructor will endeavor to provide notice of changes to students as soon as possible. The instructor reserves the right to add or delete material from courses.