The purpose of this community-based observation is to broaden students’ understanding of early childhood settings, to experience and reflect upon similarities and differences in these environments and to apply critical thinking skills and analyses in linking early childhood theory to practice. The course relates specifically to content in ECED 1307 The Learning Child offered in this given term.
Prerequisites
Course type
This course is offered as part of a VCC program and cannot be taken individually.
International students: Eligibility is determined at the program level. Visit the program page for international student requirements and application information.
- 1. Completion of a running record
- a. Definition
- b. Process of completing a running record
- 2. Concepts of childhood development to stages and types of play
- a. Concepts of childhood development
- b. Recall stages and types of play
- c. Child's developmental level influences and determines the type of play a child engages in
- 3. Completion of childcare observation report
- a. Observation and recording skills as they complete reports that document their learning experiences
- b. Child's developmental level with type of play child engages in
- 4. Options for planning practical placements that extend relationships with mentors and models
- a. Professional relationships with staff in a variety of settings
- b. Potential mentors and role models in the field
Course schedules
Select your program to see the available course schedules.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 72693 |
September 4, 2026 to November 23, 2026 |
Lecture | Off Site | See full schedule | |
| 72697 |
September 4, 2026 to November 23, 2026 |
Practicum | Off Site | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule. All self-paced courses have on-campus tests. Off-site certified invigilation centres may be used at the student's expense.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 42227 |
January 5, 2027 to March 23, 2027 |
Practicum | Off Site | See full schedule | |
| 42229 |
January 8, 2027 to March 26, 2027 |
Practicum | Off Site | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule. All self-paced courses have on-campus tests. Off-site certified invigilation centres may be used at the student's expense.
How to take this course
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Contact us
If you have any questions, please email at [email protected].
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.