EARLY YEARS LITERACY & NUMERACY
EDU3ELM
2020
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this subject students explore the fundamentals of literacy development and mathematical thinking for teaching and learning for children from birth to 8 years. Students are presented with the theories of early learning alongside the practicalities of shaping appropriate learning experiences for early learners. The notion of curriculum for young children is addressed using the Early Learning Framework and the Victorian Early Years Learning & Development Framework, and the Victorian/Australian Curriculum documents. Pre-service teachers (PSTs) will examine early mathematical concepts and processes; such as one to one correspondence, matching and sorting, memory, spatial reasoning and problem solving; and early literacy concepts and processes, including repetition, imitation, text exploration, reading and a range of texts. Representational processes such as drawing, painting and writing, including left/right orientation will be considered. Music, rhythm, beat and movement will be incorporated as tools of creativity which enhance the development of language, literacy and mathematics.
SchoolSchool of Education
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorLeanne Grogan
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 3 - UG
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites Admitted into EBECB or EBECP or EBECE or EBEL or EBECEO
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjects EDU2ELM
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Language and literacy development in early childhood. | Recommended | Ewing, R., Callow, J., & Rushton, K. (2016). | Cambridge: Cambridge University Press. |
| Readings | Language, literacy and early childhood education. | Recommended | Fellowes, J., & Oakley, G., (2014). | Oxford University Press. |
| Readings | Just Imagine: Creative play experiences for children under six. | Recommended | Crook, S., & Farmer, B. (2002). | Croydon, Vic.:Tertiary Press. |
| Readings | Design and technology for children. | Recommended | Fleer, M., & Jane, B. (2011). | Frenchs Forest, N.S.W. Pearson Australia |
| Readings | Primary and early childhood mathematics pedagogy. (3rd ed.). | Recommended | Muir, T. (2012). | Pearson Australian |
| Readings | Programming and planning in early childhood setting. (6th ed.). | Recommended | Arthur, L., Beecher, B.,Death, D, Dockett, S., & Farmer, S. (2015) | Victoria: Cengage Learning |
| Readings | Music in the early years: pathways into the social world. | Recommended | Ilari, B. (2016) | Research Student in Music Education, 38(1), 24-39. doi:10.1177/1321103X16642631 |
| Media | Play, dance, sing with young children. | Recommended | Lubawy, J. (2006). | Wagga Wagga Victoria, MAD CD. |
| Readings | Early childhood curriculum. Planning, assessment and implementation. | Recommended | McLachlan, C., Fleer, M., & Edwards, S. (2013). | U.S.A. Cambridge University Press. |
| Readings | Play in early childhood education: Learning in diverse contexts. | Recommended | Ebbeck, M & Waniganayake, M. (2016). | Melbourne: Oxford University Press |
| Readings | Numeracy in early childhood: shared contests for teaching and learning | Recommended | Macmillan, A. (2009). | South Melbourne, Vic.: Oxford University Press. |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Describe a range of research informed literacy and mathematics learning processes of young children from birth to 8 years
- Activities:
- Weekly workshops
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills (Writing)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills (Critical Thinking,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills (Critical Thinking,Inquiry/Research)
02. Demonstrate an understanding of relevant theoretical perspectives and concepts in literacy and mathematics teaching for children from birth to 8 years of age.
- Activities:
- Weekly hands on workshops using natural and recycled materials with Facilitator
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills (Writing)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills (Critical Thinking,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills (Critical Thinking,Inquiry/Research)
03. Research and develop appropriate and effective learning experiences teaching strategies, including play based and intentional teaching, to shape literacy and mathematics curriculum for children from birth to 8 years of age, in response to relevant current curriculum documents
- Activities:
- Weekly hands on workshops using natural and recycled materials with Facilitator
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills (Writing)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills (Critical Thinking,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills (Critical Thinking,Inquiry/Research)
04. Develop and collate a range of appropriate ideas and resources to support young childrens learning in areas of literacy and mathematics, including relevant ICT resources.
- Activities:
- Weekly hands on workshops using natural and recycled materials with Facilitator
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills (Writing)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills (Critical Thinking,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills (Critical Thinking,Inquiry/Research)
Subject options
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Bendigo, 2020, Semester 2, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorLeanne Grogan
Class requirements
Lecture
Week:
31
-
43
Two 1.0 hours lecture per week
on weekdays
during the day
from week 31 to week 43
and delivered via face-to-face.
Unscheduled Online Class
Week:
31
-
43
One 2.0 hours unscheduled online class per week
on weekdays
during the day
from week 31 to week 43
and delivered via online.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Online tasks (800 words) | 20 | 01 | |
| Assessment task: Teaching resource and learning experiences for babies or toddlers (1600) | 40 | 02, 03, 04 | |
| Assessment task: Teaching resource and learning experiences for early years of school. (1600) | 40 | 02, 03, 04 |
Online, 2020, Online Study 4/4, Online
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorLeanne Grogan
Class requirements
Unscheduled Online Class
Week:
46
Three 1.0 hours unscheduled online class per week
on any day including weekend
during the day
in week 46
and delivered via online.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Online tasks (800 words) | 20 | 01 | |
| Assessment task: Teaching resource and learning experiences for babies or toddlers (1600) | 40 | 02, 03, 04 | |
| Assessment task: Teaching resource and learning experiences for early years of school. (1600) | 40 | 02, 03, 04 |
Online, 2020, Online Study 1/4, Online
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorLeanne Grogan
Class requirements
Unscheduled Online Class
Week:
10
-
19
Three 1.0 hours unscheduled online class per week
on any day including weekend
during the day
from week 10 to week 19
and delivered via online.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Online tasks (800 words) | 20 | 01 | |
| Assessment task: Teaching resource and learning experiences for babies or toddlers (1600) | 40 | 02, 03, 04 | |
| Assessment task: Teaching resource and learning experiences for early years of school. (1600) | 40 | 02, 03, 04 |
Online, 2020, Online Study 3/4, Online
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorLeanne Grogan
Class requirements
Unscheduled Online Class
Week:
34
-
43
Three 1.0 hours unscheduled online class per week
on weekdays
during the day
from week 34 to week 43
and delivered via online.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Online tasks (800 words) | 20 | 01 | |
| Assessment task: Teaching resource and learning experiences for babies or toddlers (1600) | 40 | 02, 03, 04 | |
| Assessment task: Teaching resource and learning experiences for early years of school. (1600) | 40 | 02, 03, 04 |
Shepparton, 2020, Semester 2, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorLeanne Grogan
Class requirements
Lecture
Week:
31
-
43
Two 1.0 hours lecture per week
on weekdays
during the day
from week 31 to week 43
and delivered via face-to-face.
Unscheduled Online Class
Week:
31
-
43
One 2.0 hours unscheduled online class per week
on weekdays
during the day
from week 31 to week 43
and delivered via online.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Online tasks (800 words) | 20 | 01 | |
| Assessment task: Teaching resource and learning experiences for babies or toddlers (1600) | 40 | 02, 03, 04 | |
| Assessment task: Teaching resource and learning experiences for early years of school. (1600) | 40 | 02, 03, 04 |