ECCE 2303: Field Study 4
Effective date
September 2018
Department
Early Childhood Education
School
Continuing Studies
Description
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 focus relates specifically to content in ECCE 2302 Exploring Learning Environments offerings in this given term.
Year of study
2nd Year Post-secondary
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Complete childcare observation report focusing on how the layout and materials in a centre create learning opportunities
- Complete childcare observation report focusing on a child’s acquisition of science/math learning through play
- Consider options for planning practicum placements that extend relationships with mentors and models.
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
None
Hours
Practicum, Self-Paced, Individual Learning: 30
Total Hours: 30
Instructional Strategies
Observing and completing the observation report on science and math opportunities in early learning settings.
Grading System
Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory
Passing grade
Satisfactory (S) where S = 100%
Evaluation Plan
Type
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Percentage
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Assessment activity
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Field Experience
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100
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Observation Reports
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Course topics
- 1. A childcare observation report focusing on how the layout and materials in a centre facilitate learning opportunities
- a. Observe centre: type of centre, materials: toys, resources in three centres that would facilitate science and math learning, children's use of these materials, opportunities for interactions with the natural environment in the outdoor area, observe how staff interact with children to extend learning opportunities, cultural diversity and diverse families are reflected in the centre.
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.