BA (Hons) Early Childhood Studies with Foundation Year

Module: 3ED005

Credits: 20

Period: 1

Type: Core

Locations: Walsall Campus

In this module we will introduce you to a number of key ideas that you will build on throughout your studies. We will start by introducing the concept of inclusive education practice and encouraging you to explore your own beliefs and values. You will focus on what it means to educate and how inclusiveness is essential to any argument about meaningful 'education' throughout our whole lives. The focus of this module will always purposefully be the interplay between theory and practice and you will be invited to join a community of thinkers and writers about inclusion and educational practices.

Module: 3ED004

Credits: 20

Period: 1

Type: Core

Locations: Walsall Campus

You will work with peers on case studies centred on the concept of the family. You will learn how different professions work together through group tasks.

Module: 3ED002

Credits: 40

Period: 1

Type: Core

Locations: Walsall Campus

The module is a combination of academic study skills and problem based learning designed to develop your skills and prepare you for undergraduate study. You will learn skills such as critical reading, academic writing and the importance of referencing. You will learn about working with others to solve problems. Learning Outcomes 1) Carry out defined investigative strategies and communicate results effectively in a given format 2) Use a range of digital tools to complete tasks effectively 3) Collect information to inform a choice of solutions to problems 4) Reflect on own and others' behaviours and capabilities against given criteria

Module: 3CF002

Credits: 20

Period: 1

Type: Core

Locations: Walsall Campus

This module will introduce you to the topic of child development. After studying the different types of development and exploring the underlying nature/nurture debate, the content of this module will focus on the social and emotional development of children. The issue of how and why children form attachment bonds to their carers (usually family members) will be examined and then the consequences of having these bonds broken, or not forming close attachment bonds at all, will be explored. How pre-school education affects children’s development will then be covered, looking at the advantages and disadvantages of different types of day-care. There will also be a consideration of how wider society and government policy impact on children’s lives. You will learn several established theories in this topic area as well as the research evidence that supports or does not support these theories. A consideration of children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities will be included throughout the module.

Module: 3ED003

Credits: 20

Period: 1

Type: Core

Locations: Walsall Campus

The module will introduce you to ethical issues within your field of study. You will explore issues of respect for others, cultural awareness, and equality and diversity in your subject. You will be faced with ethical dilemmas and will need to formulate responses that demonstrate your understanding of what it means to be an ethical practitioner.

Module: 4CF002

Credits: 20

Period: 2

Type: Core

Locations: Walsall Campus

This module will expand your knowledge and understanding of the development of babies and young children from birth to eight. You will explore historical and contemporary theories relevant to different aspects of child development by drawing on research and literature. There will be a focus on children’s holistic development, in particular brain development, physical growth, as well as social and emotional development. As part of your learning you will be encouraged to consider factors that may affect the lives of babies and young children in relation to their growth and development, such as the complexities of family life and risks within the environment.

Module: 4CF009

Credits: 20

Period: 2

Type: Core

Locations: Walsall Campus

This module aims to increase your understanding and practical skills necessary to develop your work with babies and young children. During the module you will be able to develop your knowledge of your own roles and responsibilities within an early years setting. The module aims to develop your competence and confidence as a reflective and ethical early years practitioner, with opportunities to enhance your communication skills and work effectively as part of a team. During the module you will learn about the importance of creating an inclusive, learning environment and promoting children's holistic development. You will also gain the practical skills of planning and implementing activities for children’s individual needs.

Module: 4CF004

Credits: 20

Period: 2

Type: Core

Locations: Walsall Campus

This module introduces you to a range of theoretical concepts to explore what ‘childhood’ means in modern society. By exploring the interactions between children, young people, families and society, you will consider how the concept of ‘family’, and family practices, are shaped by wider social influences and social policy. In this module you will also explore the the ways in which a family is seen as a ‘haven’, and children as ‘happy and innocent’, match the reality of children and young people’s lives. You will engage with issues that focus on living in a society where diversity and inclusion are key to community harmony and how social policy interventions can affect life chances.

Module: 4CF003

Credits: 20

Period: 2

Type: Core

Locations: Walsall Campus

This module supports you in engaging with different perspectives on power, rights, diversity and inclusion in relation to supporting children, young people and families. When developing your own knowledge and understanding, you will also consider what constitutes inclusive practice and equity within our society. By drawing upon research and literature you will be able to recognise and understand the importance of challenging inequalities when working with children, young people and families. Therefore you will have the opportunity to reflect on your own learning of inclusion, diversity and power relationships which will enhance your practice when supporting children, young people and families.

Module: 4CF012

Credits: 20

Period: 2

Type: Core

Locations: Walsall Campus

This module will provide you with the opportunity to question and evaluate the role of play in childhood by examining historical and contemporary theories and concepts. You will also explore the body of knowledge that has accumulated in recent years, which identifies the importance of play as a fundamental right for children. You will be required to use your placement/workplace experience to investigate the role of play in curricula frameworks, the family as well as explore international perspectives. You will also examine your own principles and values in relation to working with children to facilitate play activities by researching the role of the professional, the use of play spaces and planning and assessment. This will enable you to gain knowledge of ways to develop quality play provision and how the quality of play can be evaluated.

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