EUBT513 – Field-Based Practice B

Module code

EUBT513

Module title

Field-Based Practice B

Prescription

This module aims to develop introductory knowledge and skills as an early childhood teacher. Students undertake reflective experience through Field-Based Practice in an early childhood licensed and chartered service. It will enable students to develop a beginning understanding of praxis, where theory derives from practice and practice from theory, and will enable students to apply and reflect on theory from other modules. The module aims to develop communication skills for building relationships with children and adults in the early childhood setting and aims to develop a Community of Learners within the student cohort.

Programmes

EU0901

NZQA Level

Level 5

NZQA Credits

Delivery method

Web-Supported

Learning hours

Total learning hours: 80

Resources required

Learning Outcomes: By the end of this module students will be able to:

1.Show in practice an introductory level of understanding of the links between theoretical knowledge and teaching practice, including personal and professional qualities and the role of the early childhood teacher.
2.Articulate the use of formative assessment processes to document and assess children's learning.
3.Show an introductory understanding of positive guidance techniques and how to use these in practice.
4.Show in practice communication skills that enable them to build confident, warm, responsive and reciprocal relationships with adults and children.
5.Show in practice an introductory understanding of Tikanga Mori and evidence the use of te reo Mori at an introductory level.
6.Show in practice an introductory understanding of equity and diversity through inclusive practice.
7.Demonstrate introductory skills in reflective practice and maintain a sustained relationship with a community of practice within their Field-Based Practice setting.
Content: The content of Field-Based Practice is embedded in the experiences, reflective activities, reading and dialogue undertaken by the student in the early childhood setting. The content of Field-Based Practice includes but is not limited to:
Reflective practice, teaching techniques and strategies - (selection and application of basic techniques), use of te reo Mori me ng- tikanga-a-iwi (at an introductory level appropriate to the early childhood education environment, development of basic critical thinking skills, basic principles and understanding of praxis, relevant literature to support practice, introduction to Communities of Practice and Communities of Learners, introduction to equity, diversity, biculturalism and multiculturalism, using child observations and formative assessment for evidence based practice, basic concepts of positive guidance, verbal and non-verbal communication, introduction to Te Whriki and early childhood education regulatory requirements and professional ethics.
Learning and Teaching Resource: Academic staff with relevant qualifications, knowledge and skills in Early Childhood Education
On-line support
1:1 Lecturer visits and meeting
Allocation of an approved suitable mentor
Agreement with Field-Based Practice Placement to support student with their study commitments, including identification of the 12 hours per week that is dedicated to Field-Based Practice requirements.

Relevant required and recommended readings and resources will be updated annually prior to delivery of the module to ensure currency of the literature and resources. The annual required and recommended reading list will be provided to the students in Bachelor of Teaching (ECE) annual Booklist and Student Module Booklet.
Assessment Criteria: Assessment in this module is mixed mode. All components must be completed to pass this module.
Teaching and Learning Strategy: Students are in a Field-Based Practice placement that is licensed by the Ministry of Education for 12 hours per week for 10 weeks of the academic semester, under the supervision of an approved Mentor
1x Taught class at the beginning of the academic semester
2x 2hr 1:1 lecturer visits
E-Portfolio monitored by Visiting Lecturer
Reflective practice, experiential learning in the Field-Based Practice setting, praxis, literature, demonstration and instruction, self-directed learning, workshops and on-line participation