In this course, students consider the many facets involved in creating inclusive learning environments. They plan developmentally appropriate activities for young children based on observations. They analyze how routines can be carried out and develop daily schedules for preschool programs. The students investigate a wide variety of behaviour management techniques and the methods involved in presenting effective group learning times. They design a floor plan for a full day, preschool child care program taking into consideration the needs of the children and staff and based on the Day Nurseries Act.
Students also collect resources on the topics covered in the course.
In this course, the students acknowledge the important role observation plays in the programming process and the need for objectivity when observing. Students observe children using various strategies, analyze the data, speculate on possible program ideas, and compare the strategies. They provide a rationale for the development of formal program plans and outline the possible contents of the plans. This course enables you to effectively evaluate, select, and share good literature with children. Through discussions, presentations, reading, and writing assignments, you will examine the historical development and features of children's literature and gain a critical awareness of, and appreciation for, both the text and illustrations.