vcc.ca
ECCE 2302: Exploring Learning Environments
Effective date
September 2020
Department
Early Childhood Education
School
Continuing Studies
Description
The purpose of this course is to introduce the knowledge base and skills for effectively integrating physical, life, social sciences and pre-mathematics skills into the curriculum and program planning for young children.
Credits
2.0
Year of study
2nd Year Post-secondary
Prerequisites
None
Corequisites
None
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Define fundamental concepts related to pre-math, physical and life sciences in ways that are developmentally appropriate for young children
- Define fundamental concepts related to self, family, community and diversity in developmentally appropriate ways for young children.
- Plan and implement interactive and experiential pre-math and science activities
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
None
Hours
Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 40
Total Hours: 40
Total Hours: 40
Instructional Strategies
Lecture, guest speakers, field trips, group work, discussions, debates, SECD Resources (Science of Early Child Development teaching resources for post secondary training institutions).
Grading System
Letter Grade (A-F)
Passing grade
C-
Evaluation Plan
|
Type |
Percentage |
Assessment activity |
|
Assignments |
25 |
Science Centre Observation |
|
Assignments |
25 |
Article Critique |
|
Project |
25 |
Field Trip Plan |
|
Project |
25 |
Resource Kit |
Course topics
- 1. Fundamental concepts related to pre-math, physical and life sciences in ways that are developmentally appropriate for young children
- 2. Fundamental concepts related to self, family, community, and diversity in developmentally appropriate ways for young children
- 3. Interactive and experiential pre-math and science activities
- 4. Developmentally appropriate materials and equipment that will enhance pre-math and science learning
- 5. Fostering children's natural curiosity and creativity in experiential learning environments
Notes:
- Course contents and descriptions, offerings and schedules are subject to change without notice.
- Students are required to follow all College policies including ones that govern their educational experience at VCC. Policies are available on the VCC website at:
https://www.vcc.ca/about/governance--policies/policies/. - To find out if there are existing transfer agreements for this course, visit the BC Transfer Guide at https://www.bctransferguide.ca.