ECCE 287 Inclusive Practices examines inclusion in early childhood settings through an anti‑bias and equity‑informed lens, with a focus on systemic challenges and applied strategies. Learners will analyze inclusive practices grounded in a holistic view of the child, their families and community contexts. Learners will explore children’s diversity, including modes of communication, behaviour supports, and health and safety needs. Emphasis is placed on fostering collaborative care with families and interdisciplinary professionals.
Prerequisites: Completion of the basic ECCE certificate at Selkirk College or the equivalent.
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:
- Define inclusion within the context of systemic challenges leading to applied strategies
- Analyze inclusion through an anti-biased lens
- Plan inclusive practices using a holistic understanding of the child in collaboration with families and interdisciplinary professionals
- Analyze children’s modes of communication and various augmentative communication systems
- Analyze methods of behaviour supports appropriate for young children with exceptionalities
- Identify health, nutrition and safety practices for young children with diverse needs
- Identify aspects of care and collaborate with family and professionals for children with complex health conditions
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 |
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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.