Notice
As part of Phase 3 of our return to campus plan, most units will now run tutorials, seminars and other small group learning activities on campus for the second half-year, while keeping an online version available for those students unable to return or those who choose to continue their studies online.
To check the availability of face to face activities for your unit, please go to timetable viewer. To check detailed information on unit assessments visit your unit's iLearn space or consult your unit convenor.
Unit convenor and teaching staff |
Unit convenor and teaching staff
Convener
Belinda Davis
Contact via Contact via iLearn dialogue
29 Wallys Walk Room 261
Arrange via iLearn dialogue
Tutor
Catherine Jones
Contact via Contact via iLearn dialogue
Arrange via iLearn dialogue
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Credit points |
Credit points
10
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Prerequisites |
Prerequisites
(ECED600 or ECHE6000 or ECED817) and (ECED601 or ECHE6010 or ECED818) and (ECED602 or ECHE6020 or ECED819)
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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 incorporates both specialist theory and practice in early childhood education by combining university-based study with practical teaching experience in an early childhood organisation. The 20 day practical experience component is based on a sound understanding that students will be operating at a level reasonably expected of a postgraduate student teacher undertaking a block of professional experience as a teacher of young children for the first time. Unit content will focus on examining and reflecting on the student's role in teaching and learning with young children from birth to two years.
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Information about important academic dates including deadlines for withdrawing from units are available at https://www.mq.edu.au/study/calendar-of-dates
On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:
Due: 16/08/20 Weighting: 30%
Understanding Techniques for Teaching
On successful completion you will be able to:
Due: 6/09/20 Weighting: 40%
Collections with Young Children
On successful completion you will be able to:
Due: See iLearn Weighting: 0% This is a hurdle assessment task (see assessment policy for more information on hurdle assessment tasks)
Professional Experience (Satisfactory / Unsatisfactory)
On successful completion you will be able to:
Due: 08/11/20 Weighting: 10%
Evaluations of Teaching Techniques
On successful completion you will be able to:
Due: 08/11/20 Weighting: 10%
Documenting Children’s Learning – Reflections on Collections with Young Children
On successful completion you will be able to:
Due: 08/11/20 Weighting: 10%
Documenting Children’s Learning – Excerpts from Professional Experience
On successful completion you will be able to:
Assessment Presentation and Submission Guidelines
Please follow these guidelines when you submit each assignment:
Allow a left and right-hand margin of at least 2cm in all assignments.
Please type all assignments using 12-point font and 1.5 spacing.
All assessments must be submitted through Turnitin in .doc or .pdf format
It is the responsibility of the student to ensure that all assessments are successfully submitted through Turnitin.
Faculty assignment cover sheets are NOT required.
Draft Submissions & Turnitin Originality Reports
Students may use Turnitin’s Originality Report as a learning tool to improve their academic writing if this option is made available in the unit.
Students are strongly encouraged to upload a draft copy of each assessment to Turnitin at least one week prior to the due date to obtain an Originality Report.
The Originality Report provides students with a similarity index that may indicate if plagiarism has occurred. Students will be able to make amendments to their drafts prior to their final submission on the due date.
Generally, one Originality Report is generated every 24 hours up to the due date.
Please note:
Students should regularly save a copy of all assignments before submission
Students are responsible for checking that their submission has been successful and has been submitted by the due date and time.
Assignment extensions and late penalties
In general, there should be no need for extensions except through illness or misadventure that would be categorised as serious and unavoidable disruption according to the University definition of same, see: https://students.mq.edu.au/study/my-study-program/special-consideration
Applications for extensions must be made via AskMQ according to the Special Consideration policy. Extensions can only be granted if they meet the Special Considerations policy and are submitted via ask.mq.edu.au. This will ensure consistency in the consideration of such requests is maintained.
Late submissions: Unless a Special Consideration request has been submitted and approved, (a) a penalty for lateness will apply – two (2) marks out of 100 will be deducted per day for assignments submitted after the due date – and (b) no assignment will be accepted more than seven (7) days (incl. weekends) after the original submission deadline. No late submissions will be accepted for timed assessments – e.g. quizzes, online tests. Late penalties are applied by unit conveners or their delegates after tasks are assessed.
If a student is still permitted to submit on the basis of unavoidable disruption, an alternative topic may be set.
Students should keep an electronic file of all assessments. Claims regarding "lost" assessments cannot be made if the file cannot be produced. It is also advisable to keep an electronic file of all drafts and the final submission on a USB untouched/unopened after submission. This can be used to demonstrate easily that the assessment has not been amended after the submission date.
Requesting a re-assessment of an assignment
If you have evidence that your task has been incorrectly assessed against the grade descriptors you can request a re-mark. To request a re-mark you need to contact the unit convenor within 7 days of the date of return of the assignment and provide a detailed assessment of your script against the task criteria. Evidence from your assignment must be provided to support your judgements.
Note: Failed assessments cannot be re-marked as they are all double-marked as a part of the moderation process.
Please note: The outcome of a re-mark may be a higher/lower or unchanged grade. Grades are standards referenced and effort is NOT a criterion.
University policy on grading
Criteria for awarding grades for assessment tasks
Assignments will be awarded grades ranging from HD to F according to guidelines set out in the University's Grading Policy. The following descriptive criteria are included for your information.
Descriptive Criteria for awarding grades in the unit
In order to meet the unit outcomes and successfully pass this unit, students must make a genuine attempt at all assessment tasks. Where any submitted assessment task is considered to be unsatisfactory in this regard, the highest possible final grade that can be awarded for the unit will be 45.
Students will be awarded grades ranging from HD to F according to guidelines set out in the policy: https://staff.mq.edu.au/work/strategy-planning-and-governance/university-policies-and-procedures/policies/assessment-in-effect-from-session-2-2016
The following generic grade descriptors provide university-wide standards for awarding final grades.
Grade |
Descriptor |
HD (High Distinction) |
Provides consistent evidence of deep and critical understanding in relation to the learning outcomes. There is substantial originality and insight in identifying, generating and communicating competing arguments, perspectives or problem solving approaches; critical evaluation of problems, their solutions and their implications; creativity in application as appropriate to the discipline. |
D (Distinction) |
Provides evidence of integration and evaluation of critical ideas, principles and theories, distinctive insight and ability in applying relevant skills and concepts in relation to learning outcomes. There is demonstration of frequent originality in defining and analysing issues or problems and providing solutions; and the use of means of communication appropriate to the discipline and the audience. |
Cr (Credit) |
Provides evidence of learning that goes beyond replication of content knowledge or skills relevant to the learning outcomes. There is demonstration of substantial understanding of fundamental concepts in the field of study and the ability to apply these concepts in a variety of contexts; convincing argumentation with appropriate coherent justification; communication of ideas fluently and clearly in terms of the conventions of the discipline. |
P (Pass). |
Provides sufficient evidence of the achievement of learning outcomes. There is demonstration of understanding and application of fundamental concepts of the field of study; routine argumentation with acceptable justification; communication of information and ideas adequately in terms of the conventions of the discipline. The learning attainment is considered satisfactory or adequate or competent or capable in relation to the specified outcomes |
F (Fail) |
Does not provide evidence of attainment of learning outcomes. There is missing or partial or superficial or faulty understanding and application of the fundamental concepts in the field of study; missing, undeveloped, inappropriate or confusing argumentation; incomplete, confusing or lacking communication of ideas in ways that give little attention to the conventions of the discipline. |
Note: If you fail a unit with a professional experience component the fail grade will be on your transcript irrespective of the timing of the placement.
Withdrawing from this PG Unit
If you are considering withdrawing from this unit, please seek academic advice via ask.mq.edu.au before doing so as this unit may be a co-requisite or prerequisite for units in the following sessions and may impact on your progression through the degree.
Results
Results shown in iLearn, or released directly by your Unit Convener, 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.
Name | Weighting | Hurdle | Due |
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Teaching Techniques | 30% | No | Week 3 |
Collections with young children | 40% | No | Week 7 |
Documenting children's learning | 30% | No | Week 13 |
Professional Experience | 0% | Yes | Week 13 |
Assessment Type 1: Practice-based task
Indicative Time on Task 2: 20 hours
Due: Week 3
Weighting: 30%
Explain appropriate teaching techniques (1000 words)
Assessment Type 1: Practice-based task
Indicative Time on Task 2: 30 hours
Due: Week 7
Weighting: 40%
Develop and evaluate an appropriate teaching resource (1000 words)
Assessment Type 1: Practice-based task
Indicative Time on Task 2: 20 hours
Due: Week 13
Weighting: 30%
Professional Experience Bookwork (2000 words)
Assessment Type 1: Field work task
Indicative Time on Task 2: 80 hours
Due: Week 13
Weighting: 0%
This is a hurdle assessment task (see assessment policy for more information on hurdle assessment tasks)
This is a hurdle and implementation of at risk procedure will take place of a second attempt (Professional Experience Evaluation Form)
1 If you need help with your assignment, please contact:
2 Indicative time-on-task is an estimate of the time required for completion of the assessment task and is subject to individual variation
Four Friday workshop classes are held for this unit (please see the detailed schedule in iLearn).
Workshop 1: 31 July
Workshop 2: 28 August
Workshop 3: 2 October
Workshop 4: 6 November
In the workshops students will discuss issues and questions arising from their readings and professional experience. Attendance at the workshops is expected or work commensurate with missing the workshop will be required to be completed. There will be information in iLearn: http://ilearn.mq.edu.au
Required Textbook
This text can be purchased from Booktopia
MacNaughton, G. & Williams, G. (2009). Techniques for teaching young children: Choices in theory and practice (3rd ed.). NSW: Pearson Education.
This eTextbook can be purchased from Mia Mia Child & Family Study Centre. Please complete the order form located on ilearn
Mia Mia Child & Family Study Centre. (2017). Play and materials for children birth to two years (2nd ed.). Sydney: Macquarie University.
Arthur, L., Beecher, B., Death, E., Dockett, S., & Farmer, S. (2018). Programming and planning in early childhood settings (7th ed.). Victoria: Cengage Learning Australia Pty Limited.
Assumed texts
Crowther, I. (2016). Creating effective learning environments (4th ed.). Ontario: Thomson
Mia Mia Child & Family Study Centre. (2017). The language of three things: Lids, gumnuts and cups (2nd ed.). Sydney: Macquarie University.
Mia Mia Child & Family Study Centre. (2017). A glimpse into an early childhood learning environment: Mia Mia (2nd ed.). Sydney: Macquarie University.
These texts can be downloaded from the links:
Australian Government Department of Education Employment and Workplace Relations. (2009). Belonging, being & becoming: The early years learning framework for Australia. Australia: Commonwealth of Australia. Retrieved from: http://files.acecqa.gov.au/files/National-QualityFramework-ResourcesKit/belonging_being_and_becoming_the_early_years_learning_framework_for_australia.pdf
Australian Government Department of Education Employment and Workplace Relations. (2010). Educators being, belonging & becoming: Educators’ guide to the early years learning framework of Australia. Australia: Commonwealth of Australia. Retrieved from http://files.acecqa.gov.au/files/National-Quality-Framework-ResourcesKit/educators_guide_to_the_early_years_learning_framework_for_australia.pdf
Early Childhood Australia. (2016). Early childhood Australia code of ethics. Retrieved from http://www.earlychildhoodaustralia.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/ECA-COEBrochure_2016.pdf
Professional Experience Unit Placement Expectations
Week Beginning |
Topic |
27 Jul |
Welcome & Introduction |
On-Campus Workshop: Fri, 31 July 29WW 123 Academy |
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03 Aug |
Setting the Scene |
10 Aug |
Infant & Toddler Curriculum |
Assessment 1 Due: Sun, 16 Aug |
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17 Aug |
Introduction to Relationship-based Curriculum |
24 Aug |
Establishing Relationships |
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On-Campus Workshop: Fri, 28 Aug 29WW 123 Academy |
31 Aug |
Play & Materials for Infants & Toddlers |
Assessment 2 Due: Sun, 06 Sep |
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07 Sep |
Introduction to Observing & Documenting Young Children |
14 Sep |
Study Period |
21 Sep |
Study Period |
28 Sep |
Environments for Infants & Toddlers |
On-Campus Workshop: Fri, 02 Oct 29WW 123 Academy |
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05 Oct |
Working with Families |
12 Oct |
Professional Experience Week 1 |
19 Oct |
Professional Experience Week 2 |
26 Oct |
Professional Experience Week 3 |
04 Nov |
Reflection |
On-Campus Workshop: Fri, 08 Nov 29WW 123 Academy |
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Assessment 3A, B & C Due: Sun, 10 Nov Professional Experience Evaluation Report Due: Sun, 10 Nov |
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:
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).
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 published on platform other than eStudent, (eg. iLearn, Coursera etc.) 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 or if you are a Global MBA student contact globalmba.support@mq.edu.au
Department Procedures
In addition, the following policies and procedures of the School of Education are applicable in this unit.
Attendance at Workshops
Activities completed during the workshops are essential for building the core knowledge and/or skills required to demonstrate the learning outcomes of this unit [and to meet the AITSL Graduate Teacher Standards and/or ACECQA requirements]. Attendance at all workshops is expected and the roll will be taken.
Unit Expectations regarding Assessments
It is not the responsibility of unit staff to contact students who have failed to submit assignments. If you have any missing items of assessment, it is your responsibility to make contact with the unit convenor.
Electronic Communication
It is the student’s responsibility to check all electronic communication on a regular weekly basis. Communication may occur via:
Official MQ Student Email Address
The Dialogue function on iLearn
Other iLearn communication functions
Professional Experience Unit Placement Expectations
Students must be able to present evidence of completion of the following prior to session census date (or as otherwise advised) in order to receive a placement for Professional Experience:
A Working with Children Check or State/ Territory equivalent
Students are responsible for ensuring that their evidence is current. Please be aware that you may need to update your training or credential during your program of study.
A Working with Children Check or State/Territory equivalent is required by the end of Week 3 to be eligible for a placement. Students may need to withdraw from this unit if this has not been obtained in time.
Students who are completing a unit offered by another department are expected to inform and negotiate with that unit convenor about their professional experience block dates and to discuss how that unit's requirements can be met. For some situations, it may mean that you are enrolled externally for that unit so that your attendance for tutorials for that unit is not impacted.
Feedback from Tertiary Supervisors and/or Supervising Teachers is of a general nature. It is incumbent on the student to check the requirements of any assessments or bookwork prior to submission.
If a Student is identified being in need of additional support for Professional Practice and/or Bookwork, the School’s ‘Additional Support’ procedure will be activated and they will not be able to withdraw themselves from this Unit.
The timing of placements can vary. For placements early in the Session, Fail grades may be approved by the University prior to the end of Session for students who do not meet the placement expectations of the Unit.
Fitness to Practice Requirements:
Macquarie University operates under a ‘Fitness to Practice’ model as specified in the University's Academic Progression Policy. For this Unit, this means that, when undertaking a placement, a student is declaring that they are able to demonstrate professional competence, acceptable professional behaviour, freedom from impairment, and compliance with program specific requirements needed for a student to practice properly and safely throughout their Practical, Clinical or Professional program or unit. It is the responsibility of the student to determine whether they are fit to undertake a placement. Therefore, if a student is feeling unfit to undertake a placement, they should not do so. For more information https://staff.mq.edu.au/work/strategy-planning-and-governance/university-policies-and-procedures/policies/academic-progression
Early Childhood Professional Experience Units
To be eligible to commence the block placement component of this unit, students
Must have attended and participated in the unit component requirements prior to the commencement of the block (workshops)
Must meet the participation requirements for the unit
In order to meet the Professional Experience placement expectations of this unit, students must:
attain a ‘Satisfactory’ grade for their Professional Experience Practical Work in their Evaluation Report, AND
attain a ‘Satisfactory’ grade for their Professional Experience Folder in their Evaluation Report
Twice Fail Rule for Professional Experience Units
General Coursework Rules stipulate that if a student fails a required unit twice in a professional program, they may be permanently excluded from further enrolment in that program.
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