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ECED834 – Organisation of Early Childhood Education
2018 – S1 External
General Information
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| Unit convenor and teaching staff |
Unit convenor and teaching staff
Unit Convener
Manjula Waniganayake
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Room 277 in 29 Wally Walk
By appointment
Casual marker
Andrea McFarlane
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| Credit points |
Credit points
4
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| Prerequisites |
Prerequisites
Admission to MEChild or MEdLead or GradCertEdS or GradCertIndigenousEd or MIndigenousEd
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| Corequisites |
Corequisites
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| Co-badged status |
Co-badged status
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| Unit description |
Unit description
This unit is designed for those who are interested in specialising as early childhood leaders and managers. This unit enables the critical appraisal of the structural features of early childhood organisations in Australia. It involves the analysis of the socio-political contexts and structural forces influencing the management and leadership of early childhood organisations. As well as enabling students to deepen their understanding of governance, legislative and accountability requirements, this unit provides opportunities to research and explore in depth the challenges encountered by contemporary early childhood managers and leaders.
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Important Academic Dates
Information about important academic dates including deadlines for withdrawing from units are available at https://www.mq.edu.au/study/calendar-of-dates
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:
- 1. Critically examine the historical and contemporary socio-political contexts impacting on the governance and provision of EC settings.
- 2. Demonstrate a sound knowledge and understanding of structural forces impacting on EC leadership and management.
- 3. Research, evaluate, and synthesize learning derived from multiple sources to enhance interactions with staff and families in Early Childhood organisations.
- 4. Demonstrate a capacity for effective communication as competent early childhood leaders and managers.
Assessment Tasks
| Name | Weighting | Hurdle | Due |
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| A#1 Website appraisal | 20% | No | Tuesday 20 March 2018 |
| A#2 Continuous Learning | 20% | No | Tuesday 8 May 2018 |
| A#3 Collective reflection | 10% | No | Tuesday 22 May 2018 |
| A#4 Understanding Leadership | 50% | No | Tuesday 5 June 2018 |
A#1 Website appraisal
Due: Tuesday 20 March 2018
Weighting: 20%
In this assignment, students will be assessing the usefulness of two websites relevant to their work as Educational Leaders in EC settings.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- 1. Critically examine the historical and contemporary socio-political contexts impacting on the governance and provision of EC settings.
- 3. Research, evaluate, and synthesize learning derived from multiple sources to enhance interactions with staff and families in Early Childhood organisations.
A#2 Continuous Learning
Due: Tuesday 8 May 2018
Weighting: 20%
In this assignment, students are expected to develop a presentation on a topic of relevance to staff working in EC settings.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- 2. Demonstrate a sound knowledge and understanding of structural forces impacting on EC leadership and management.
- 3. Research, evaluate, and synthesize learning derived from multiple sources to enhance interactions with staff and families in Early Childhood organisations.
- 4. Demonstrate a capacity for effective communication as competent early childhood leaders and managers.
A#3 Collective reflection
Due: Tuesday 22 May 2018
Weighting: 10%
The aim of this assignment is to extend students’ understandings through collaborative critical exploration of individual presentations.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- 3. Research, evaluate, and synthesize learning derived from multiple sources to enhance interactions with staff and families in Early Childhood organisations.
- 4. Demonstrate a capacity for effective communication as competent early childhood leaders and managers.
A#4 Understanding Leadership
Due: Tuesday 5 June 2018
Weighting: 50%
In this essay, students consider the application of leadership knowledge and skills by reflecting on the practice wisdom of those recognised as leaders in a variety of contexts.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- 1. Critically examine the historical and contemporary socio-political contexts impacting on the governance and provision of EC settings.
- 2. Demonstrate a sound knowledge and understanding of structural forces impacting on EC leadership and management.
- 3. Research, evaluate, and synthesize learning derived from multiple sources to enhance interactions with staff and families in Early Childhood organisations.
- 4. Demonstrate a capacity for effective communication as competent early childhood leaders and managers.
Delivery and Resources
Electronic Communication
During semester time, staff may contact students using the following ways:
• Dialogue function on iLearn
• Official MQ Student Email Address
It is the students responsibility to check all electronic communication on a regular weekly basis.
Resources
The information in this Unit Guide must be read in conjunction with the Assessments, Readings & Study Guide for ECED834 that is available to
download from iLearn.
Withdrawing from this PG Unit
If you are considering withdrawing from this unit, before you proceed, please seek academic advice by writing to ask.mq.edu.au because this may impact on your progression in this course.
Policies and Procedures
Macquarie University policies and procedures are accessible from Policy Central (https://staff.mq.edu.au/work/strategy-planning-and-governance/university-policies-and-procedures/policy-central). Students should be aware of the following policies in particular with regard to Learning and Teaching:
- Academic Appeals Policy
- Academic Integrity Policy
- Academic Progression Policy
- Assessment Policy
- Fitness to Practice Procedure
- Grade Appeal Policy
- Complaint Management Procedure for Students and Members of the Public
- Special Consideration Policy (Note: The Special Consideration Policy is effective from 4 December 2017 and replaces the Disruption to Studies Policy.)
Undergraduate students seeking more policy resources can visit the Student Policy Gateway (https://students.mq.edu.au/support/study/student-policy-gateway). It is your one-stop-shop for the key policies you need to know about throughout your undergraduate student journey.
If you would like to see all the policies relevant to Learning and Teaching visit Policy Central (https://staff.mq.edu.au/work/strategy-planning-and-governance/university-policies-and-procedures/policy-central).
Student Code of Conduct
Macquarie University students have a responsibility to be familiar with the Student Code of Conduct: https://students.mq.edu.au/study/getting-started/student-conduct
Results
Results shown in iLearn, or released directly by your Unit Convenor, are not confirmed as they are subject to final approval by the University. Once approved, final results will be sent to your student email address and will be made available in eStudent. For more information visit ask.mq.edu.au.
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Graduate Capabilities
PG - Capable of Professional and Personal Judgment and Initiative
Our postgraduates will demonstrate a high standard of discernment and common sense in their professional and personal judgment. They will have the ability to make informed choices and decisions that reflect both the nature of their professional work and their personal perspectives.
This graduate capability is supported by:
Learning outcomes
- 2. Demonstrate a sound knowledge and understanding of structural forces impacting on EC leadership and management.
- 3. Research, evaluate, and synthesize learning derived from multiple sources to enhance interactions with staff and families in Early Childhood organisations.
- 4. Demonstrate a capacity for effective communication as competent early childhood leaders and managers.
Assessment tasks
- A#1 Website appraisal
- A#2 Continuous Learning
- A#3 Collective reflection
- A#4 Understanding Leadership
PG - Discipline Knowledge and Skills
Our postgraduates will be able to demonstrate a significantly enhanced depth and breadth of knowledge, scholarly understanding, and specific subject content knowledge in their chosen fields.
This graduate capability is supported by:
Learning outcomes
- 1. Critically examine the historical and contemporary socio-political contexts impacting on the governance and provision of EC settings.
- 2. Demonstrate a sound knowledge and understanding of structural forces impacting on EC leadership and management.
- 3. Research, evaluate, and synthesize learning derived from multiple sources to enhance interactions with staff and families in Early Childhood organisations.
- 4. Demonstrate a capacity for effective communication as competent early childhood leaders and managers.
Assessment tasks
- A#1 Website appraisal
- A#2 Continuous Learning
- A#4 Understanding Leadership
PG - Critical, Analytical and Integrative Thinking
Our postgraduates will be capable of utilising and reflecting on prior knowledge and experience, of applying higher level critical thinking skills, and of integrating and synthesising learning and knowledge from a range of sources and environments. A characteristic of this form of thinking is the generation of new, professionally oriented knowledge through personal or group-based critique of practice and theory.
This graduate capability is supported by:
Learning outcomes
- 1. Critically examine the historical and contemporary socio-political contexts impacting on the governance and provision of EC settings.
- 2. Demonstrate a sound knowledge and understanding of structural forces impacting on EC leadership and management.
- 3. Research, evaluate, and synthesize learning derived from multiple sources to enhance interactions with staff and families in Early Childhood organisations.
- 4. Demonstrate a capacity for effective communication as competent early childhood leaders and managers.
Assessment tasks
- A#3 Collective reflection
- A#4 Understanding Leadership
PG - Research and Problem Solving Capability
Our postgraduates will be capable of systematic enquiry; able to use research skills to create new knowledge that can be applied to real world issues, or contribute to a field of study or practice to enhance society. They will be capable of creative questioning, problem finding and problem solving.
This graduate capability is supported by:
Learning outcomes
- 1. Critically examine the historical and contemporary socio-political contexts impacting on the governance and provision of EC settings.
- 3. Research, evaluate, and synthesize learning derived from multiple sources to enhance interactions with staff and families in Early Childhood organisations.
- 4. Demonstrate a capacity for effective communication as competent early childhood leaders and managers.
Assessment tasks
- A#1 Website appraisal
- A#2 Continuous Learning
- A#3 Collective reflection
- A#4 Understanding Leadership
PG - Effective Communication
Our postgraduates will be able to communicate effectively and convey their views to different social, cultural, and professional audiences. They will be able to use a variety of technologically supported media to communicate with empathy using a range of written, spoken or visual formats.
This graduate capability is supported by:
Learning outcomes
- 3. Research, evaluate, and synthesize learning derived from multiple sources to enhance interactions with staff and families in Early Childhood organisations.
- 4. Demonstrate a capacity for effective communication as competent early childhood leaders and managers.
Assessment tasks
- A#2 Continuous Learning
- A#3 Collective reflection
- A#4 Understanding Leadership
PG - Engaged and Responsible, Active and Ethical Citizens
Our postgraduates will be ethically aware and capable of confident transformative action in relation to their professional responsibilities and the wider community. They will have a sense of connectedness with others and country and have a sense of mutual obligation. They will be able to appreciate the impact of their professional roles for social justice and inclusion related to national and global issues
This graduate capability is supported by:
Learning outcomes
- 3. Research, evaluate, and synthesize learning derived from multiple sources to enhance interactions with staff and families in Early Childhood organisations.
- 4. Demonstrate a capacity for effective communication as competent early childhood leaders and managers.
Assessment tasks
- A#3 Collective reflection
- A#4 Understanding Leadership