Conestoga College ECE1025 Foundations of Curriculum, Play, and Pedagogy Week 1 PDF

Conestoga College Early Childhood Education ECE1025 Foundations of Curriculum, Play, and Pedagogy WEEK ONE  Welcome! Welcome to Foundations of Curriculum, Play, and Pedagogy Welcome to semester 1 of Early Childhood Education By the end of today’s...

Conestoga College Early Childhood Education ECE1025 Foundations of Curriculum, Play, and Pedagogy WEEK ONE  Welcome! Welcome to Foundations of Curriculum, Play, and Pedagogy Welcome to semester 1 of Early Childhood Education By the end of today’s COURSE COURSE AN OVERVIEW OF OUTCOMES AND RESOURCES ASSIGNMENTS SCHEDULE YOU’LL NEED AND EVALUATIONS class, you will know… SECRETS TO HOW TO PREPARE SUCCESS FOR OUR NEXT CLASS  Agenda WEEK 1: INTRODUCTION KEY CONCEPTS  Getting to know each other  Introduction to the course, assignments, resources  What is Play?  The Importance of Play: value of play to holistic development and learning  Components and unique features of play -What does “Play” look like in my life? (Play Session)  Appraise the scope, potential, and overall impact of play REQUIRED PREPARATION Explore our course site on e-Conestoga o Purchase your texts/print your resources for this course o Have your instructional plan and course outline for ECE1025 available for class today o Read: o College Academic Integrity and Code of Conduct information o ECE Student Handbook introduction o Dietze and Kashin (2024) Playing and Learning, Ch.1 EVALUATION NONE Who Am I? Andrea Stirling Conestoga College Grad: 2000 Early Childhood Education Program Hons Bachelor of Arts: University of Waterloo Bachelor of Education: Nipissing University Masters of Education: University of British Columbia Contact: [email protected] Getting to Fill out and Return the Microsoft form (Found under Week 1) know each other. I would like to get to know about you and your learning style: Please complete this tasks by our classtime next week Introduction to the course, assignments, resources eConestoga: it is important to use our course shell. In this shell you will also need to hand in assignments, post to online discussions, check your marks and read feedback and access our course Instructional Plan, Assessment Descriptions and Weekly PowerPoints. For Additional Support: https://cms.conestogac.on.ca/sites/educational-tec hnology/edtech/SitePages/Home.aspx Introduction to the course, assignments, resources Course Outline Instructional Plan Assessment Details Introduction to the course, assignments, resources Course Description: This course introduces the concepts of relationship-building and play as the cornerstones of curriculum and pedagogy. Through the lens of holistic development and inclusive early learning, students will examine their image of the child and describe the elements of meaningful curriculum and pedagogy. They will discuss the importance of relationships and play to children’s learning and development and identify the role of the educator in supporting learning. Using an understanding of holistic development, students will practice emerging skills in observation, reflection, and documentation as the basis for planning constructivist-inspired curriculum. Introduction to the course, assignments, resources According to the Handbook what is Expectations the daily deduction for late submissions? What is the rule about extensions? What should you do to submit an assignment late?  In order to be successful, you MUST come to our class sessions and come prepared Keys to You MUST use your course resources Success I will always guide you in the right … direction and be as specific as possible Check email and our course site regularly  Introduction to the course, assignments, resources Required Resources Playing and Learning in Early Childhood Education 3rd edition- Bookstore Being and Becoming: The textbook from ECE1375: Introduction to Early Learning Loose Parts – Bookstore or ebook Loose Parts 2 - Bookstore or ebook Additional resources are posted on e- Conestoga Introduction to the course, assignments, resources Resources you will need Early Learning for Every Child Today How Does Learning Think Feel (ELECT) College of Happen? Ontario's Act, Lessons From ECE Code of Ethics Pedagogy for the Research About You and Standards of Early Years ng Children. Practice Where can you find these in ECE Student Conestoga Student econestoga? Where Handbook Guide can you find these online? Introduction to the course, assignments, resources Assignment Information Where can How will you find your this in learning be econestoga measured? ? Introduction to the course, assignments, resources Evaluation Summary Activity #1 - 20%: Image of Child/Educator (Individual) Activity #2 - 20%: Literacy (Individual) Activity #3 – 20%: Planning a Provocation (Group) Mid-Term Exam 20% Final Exam 20% Total 100% Introduction to the course, assignments, resources BELPD Program High Expectations High Support Week-by-week course schedule and dates Professional conduct Texts and handouts Inclusive learning Participatory learning environment Faculty support Prepare for each class Coordinator support Attend each class College supports and services Participate and learn with Community support your class  CONTRACT CHEATING - WHAT IS IT? “The act of a student contracting with another (whether for pay, for trade, or for favour) to complete an academic assessment (in total or part) for the student who then submits it for academic credit.” Tricia Bertram Gallant, Co-Chair, International Centre for Academic Integrity (Scurr, C. Maintaining Academic Integrity in a Remote Environment) (Scurr, C. Maintaining Academice Integrity in a Remote Environment) Plagiarism Applies to Every Type of Information "Submitting any type of work produced by someone other than yourself without acknowledging that source may be considered plagiarism. This includes writing, mathematical solutions, data, code, images, graphical designs, and more." (Conestoga College, Library Services)  As you prepare for a career in early childhood education, it is crucial to understand the importance of developing your own ideas and authentic work. Using AI to complete assignments may seem like an easy solution, but it undermines your learning experience and personal growth. Authenticity and originality are key to your success in this program and in your future careers as educators. Engaging deeply with your assignments allows you to develop critical thinking skills, understand core concepts more thoroughly, and prepare effectively for real-world challenges. I encourage you to embrace the opportunity to learn and create using your own insights and efforts. This not only helps you gain a genuine understanding of the material but also builds your confidence and prepares you for the complexities of teaching young children. However, AI can still be a valuable resource when used appropriately. Here are some ways you can leverage AI to support your study skills, organization, and time management: The Use of 1.Study Aids: Use AI tools to create flashcards, summaries, or practice quizzes that can help reinforce key concepts and improve retention. AI 2.Organizational Tools: AI can assist in managing your schedule and deadlines by helping you set reminders, organize tasks, and track your progress on assignments. 3.Time Management: AI can provide strategies for effective time management, such as breaking down tasks into manageable chunks and setting achievable goals. If you do use AI in inappropriate ways to enhance your writing, or do your thinking, you will receive and academic offence and additional penalties. It is not worth it! BREAK 15 minutes. Story Time Wemberly Worried Why do we read to children? Toda’: To help with fears and anxieties Keep a list. It will grow as we explore literature each week. For one assignment you will read a story too! How Do You Think Children Learn?  What is Play? The Importance of Play: value of play to holistic development and learning Let’s work together to see if we can define PLAY  Play is the foundation of learning What does “Play” look like in my life? Think of your own childhood, was play present? Play as a reward, to be enjoyed only after sufficient productive learning? Yogman et al. (2018) found that play is far from being frivolous, play drives learning by helping young children develop the crucial physical capacities and social-emotional skills needed to thrive in the classroom. Children, in fact, need to play in order to learn. Play builds young brains. It enhances children’s brain structures and supports the development of executive functioning skills. These are the building blocks children need to master important skills later in life, such as problem-solving, collaboration, and creativity. In this course we will never trivialize play. We will study it, engage in it,  Play Session Let’s Play Interact with the materials that are set up in the classroom.  Components and unique features of play Appraise  Let’s Reflect the scope, potential, and overall impact of play How did you feel during the play session? (frustrated, calm, social, shy) What did you learn? A Summary of Your Readings: Week 1 Playing and Learning in Early Childhood Education Third Canadian Edition Chapter 1 Exploring the Foundations of Play Copyright © 2024 Pearson Canada Inc. 1 - 31 Defining Play Children in all cultures learn through play Play viewed on a spectrum may include free play, unstructured play, guided play and games Play and work are different: – Work has a defined intent and prescribed outcome – Play is a self-chosen activity rather than prescribed Play is about the process not product Play is fundamental to children’s development Copyright © 2024 Pearson Canada Inc. 1 - 32 Children’s Play Play helps children to: – Learn about their social, community, and cultural world – Learn how to communicate and cooperate – Develop socially, morally, and emotionally – Develop creativity, flexibility, and problem-solving skills – Exercise their natural curiosity and exuberance – Reduce their stress levels – Develop self-regulation skills Copyright © 2024 Pearson Canada Inc. 1 - 33 The United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (1 of 2) Is an international treaty that outlines universally accepted rights for children Provides countries with a benchmark that is used to measure the treatment of children Was ratified by Canada on December 13, 1991 Copyright © 2024 Pearson Canada Inc. 1 - 34 The United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (2 of 2) Article 31 states: – That every child has the right to rest and leisure, to engage in play and recreational activities appropriate to the age of the child and to participate freely in cultural life and the arts. Copyright © 2024 Pearson Canada Inc. 1 - 35 Brain Development and Play Research indicates that: – Children’s brains develop rapidly during the early years in response to both genetics and their environment – The interaction between the genes and children’s daily living experiences shape how the brain develops – Play is one of the best investments to support brain development and growth potential (ACD E,2016) Copyright © 2024 Pearson Canada Inc. 1 - 36 Summary Quality play impacts child development. The U N Convention on the Rights of the Child focuses on the importance of play. Children’s health and wellness are impacted by play. Copyright © 2024 Pearson Canada Inc. 1 - 37  By the Review Course outcomes Course resources An overview of Secrets to success How to prepare for and schedule you’ll need assignments and our next class evaluations  Looking ahead WEEK 2: IMAGE OF CHILD AND PLAY-BASED LEARNING KEY CONCEPTS o Image of Children, Families, and Educators Pedagogy/Curriculum Introduction to the Ministry of Education: How Does Learning Happen (2014): Image of Child/Families/Educator Introduction to ELECT (2014) Principles Explain Activity #1 REQUIRED PREPARATION o Read: Ministry of Education: How Does Learning Happen pp: 1-24 (image of child, educator, family). Bertrand (2022) Becoming and Being: pp 3-7 Exerts of ELECT (2014) pp. 1- 14 (Principles) Additional Resources posted to eConestoga Looking Ahead WEEK 2 Read – Ministry of Fill out Microsoft Form Education: How Does Bring a cardboard box to (Posted under todays Learning Happen pp: 1-24 our NEXT class class) and submit (image of child, educator, family). Read: Exerts of ELECT Read any additional Read - Bertrand (2022) (2014) pp. 1- 14 Information posted under Becoming and Being: pp (Principles) next weeks class. 3-7 References Dietze, B & Kashin, D. (2024) Playing and learning in early childhood education (3rd Edition). Pearson Canada, North York. ON. Scurr, C. 2020. Maintaining Academic Integrity in a Remote Environment. Conestoga College – Library Services. (n.d) Retrieved from: https://lib.conestogac.on.ca/academic-integrity/about