ECCE 289 Responsive Inclusive Environments explores inclusion as a core professional practice in early childhood and related systems. Learners will examine the strengths and complexities of families and assess environments through an accessibility lens. Emphasis is placed on observing children with exceptionalities using strength‑based approaches, interpreting developmental assessments, and designing responsive learning experiences that support children’s well‑being, belonging, and growth. Through the development of effective interpersonal communication skills, learners will strengthen collaboration with families and interdisciplinary professionals while critically applying their own philosophy of inclusion to professional practice.
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 | 120 |
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Typical hours per week breakdown| Lecture | 6 |
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| Other | 2 |
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Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the learner will be able to:
- Interpret the strengths and complexities of families in the context of inclusive systems
- Assess environments through an inclusive lens to explain accessibility requirements
- Observe children with exceptionalities through a strength-based lens
- Develop strategies that support children’s well-being, belonging and growth
- Utilize interpersonal communication skills to support collaboration with families and interdisciplinary professionals
- Critically interpret developmental assessments to create appropriate learning experiences
- Demonstrate the philosophy of inclusion within professional practice
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.