• Semester 1 (External)

Synopsis

The  opportunity to explore and to evaluate critically widely accepted
practices  and  new trends is an essential feature of the  pre-service
program  of  any professional. "Issues and Trends in Early  Education"
provides  such an opportunity for early childhood teachers.  The  unit
explores historical and contemporary issues related to many facets  of
the care and education of young children. Particular emphasis will  be
given  to when, where and how education should take place, as well  as
to  what children should be taught. Students will be expected to  read
in depth in a number of areas presented for study.