(in Polish) MKJO Quality of Early Childhood Education and CARE 2300-KJO/QECE
The main goal of the course is to familiarize students with the various aspects of ECEC provision that shape children's daily experiences, thereby influencing their well-being and development.
The importance of children's experiences in ECEC provision will be discussed from the perspective of the child, ECEC sector professionals, families and society. In addition, the importance of a diverse cultural context will be adressed.
Course coordinators
Learning outcomes
The student knows and understands:
- how quality is defined in relation to ECEC, especially can identify the most important structural and process aspects of ECEC provision for shaping children's daily experiences
The student can:
- analyze the space in ECEC facilities to shape children's daily experiences
The student improves social skills:
- by taking part in discussions and presenting to the group
- by familiarizing with the international context of the work of the ECEC sector
The student can:
- analize international reports on ECEC sector
The student improves social skills:
- by taking part in discussions and presenting to the group
- by familiarizing with the international context of the work of the ECEC sector
Assessment criteria
Attendance (two absences are allowed)
Active participation in discussions
One presentation
Passing the final test
Bibliography
(tylko po angielsku)
Slot, P. (2018). Structural characteristics and process quality in early childhood education and care: A literature review.
Slot, P. L., Cadima, J., Salminen, J., Pastori, G., & Lerkkanen, M. K. (2016). Multiple case study in seven European countries regarding culture-sensitive classroom quality assessment.
Lehto, R., Lehto, E., Saha, M., Moazami-Goodarzi, A., Sääksjärvi, K., Leppänen, M., ... & Sajaniemi, N. (2022). Early Childhood Education and Care Context and Cortisol from Saliva and Hair among 3–6-year-old Children. Early Years, 1-16
Heckman, J., & Tremblay, R. (2006). The case for investing in early childhood. A snapshot of research by University of Chicago, USA & University of Montreal, Canada. Sydney: The Smith Family Research and Development.
Additional information
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