The aim of this module is to explore a variety of curriculum approaches in support of children’s learning
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner should be able to:
LO1
Compare the characteristics and practice of differing curricula.
LO2
Investigate, discuss and describe the features of international curricula that have influenced the development of Aistear
LO3
Analyse the role of interactions in supporting learning
LO4
Examine the role of the environment in supporting learning
LO5
Research the underlying principles in the formulation of Siolta: The National Quality Framework for Early Childhood Education
LO6
Demonstrate an ability to use a range of assessment methods to document children’s learning.
LO7
Demonstrate the importance of integrated planning for and documentation of children’s learning
LO8
Demonstrate the ability to plan, implement, record, report and reflect on small group learning activities in practice.
Pre-requisite learning
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
No recommendations listed
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module.
No incompatible modules listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Requirements
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed.
No requirements listed
Module Content & Assessment
Indicative Content
Topic: Models of Curriculum
Montessori
Froebel
Steiner
High/Scope
Early Start (Ireland) Reggio Emilia
Te Whariki
Topic: Planning for Learning (to include Aistear: Guidelines for Good Practice)
The Role of the Adult in Supporting Learning
Parents and Practitioners working together
Learning and Developing through Interactions
Planning the Environment for Learning
Topic: Introducing Siolta: The National Quality Framework for Early Childhood Education
Context
Development
Characteristics
Assessing and Supporting Quality
Topic: Supporting Learning and Development through Assessment (to include Aistear; Guidelines for Good Practice)
Portraiture Study
Learning Stories
Topic: Understanding and using the Aistear
Research Papers
Principles
Themes
Aims & Learning Goals
Planning for Learning (to include Aistear; Use Guide)
Making long-term and short-term plans
Lesson Planning Preparation
‘Doing’
Documenting
(Suggestions for meeting the requirements of Article 5 of the Preschool Regulations 2006)
Assessment Breakdown
%
Continuous Assessment
60.00%
End of Module Formal Examination
40.00%
Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type
Assessment Description
Outcome addressed
% of total
Assessment Date
Other
Supporting Learning Project
3,4,6,7,8
40.00
n/a
Essay
Assignment
1,2,4
20.00
n/a
No Project
No Practical
End of Module Formal Examination
Assessment Type
Assessment Description
Outcome addressed
% of total
Assessment Date
Formal Exam
No Description
1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8
40.00
End-of-Semester
SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment