Practicum 1 (ECCE 2305)

This course offers the opportunity to participate in the role of "Active Observer" in a childcare centre. Observing and participating in program activities enables application of theories, concepts, and principles of best early childhood education practice.
Course code: ECCE 2305
Credits: 2.5
Length: 80.0 hours
Course outline: view https://www.vcc.ca/vccphp/courseoutline?subject=ECCE&number=2305

Prerequisites

ECCE 1305, ECCE 1107, ECCE 1304.
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Additional Information

  • 1. Ways in which theoretical principles of early childcare and education influence planning, implementation and assessment of curricular activities and guide pedagogical practice in early childcare and education settings.
  • a. Link the theory and practice of early childhood care and education to the early learning framework
  • 2. A variety of guiding strategies to guide children's behavior
  • 3. Responses to young children in a way that facilitates their physical, emotional, social and cognitive development
  • a. Engage in interactions with children and their families
  • 4. Record observations of children with respect to confidentiality and in keeping with the ECEBC and VCC code of ethics
  • a. Refer to ECEBC Code of Ethics
  • 5. Interactions with other early childhood educators
  • a. Policies, procedures and philosophy of centres during practicum
  • 6. Building warm, caring and supportive interactions with children
  • 7. Feedback from practicum instructors and determine learning goals for practicum 2
  • a. Reflect on feedback from sponsor teacher and practicum instructor

This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.

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† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.