The modules you will study throughout the duration of the course are as follows:
Exploring Early Years Pedagogy
This module provides you with the opportunity to explore one key area of Early Years pedagogy within the context of early childhood development and care. The module will explore the creative and critical approaches available in secondary research, which will be reflected in the teaching methods. At the end of the module, you will be required to write a report on your chosen area, which will also evidence your understanding of what makes research valid, reliable and ethical. There will be support given for the report, including 2.5 hours individual supervision.
Academic English
This bespoke module will be delivered by the Centre of International English based at USW and will run for the full year. Students will be taught key aspects of academic vocabulary used throughout the degree, with specific focus on subject specific terminology and theory. As well as support for written work, there will be a focus on the development of spoken academic language and delivery of presentations. The module is delivered by experienced professionals who have extensive experience of working with students for whom English is an additional language.
Literacy and Numeracy Development in the Early Years
In this module students will explore how children acquire language and number skills from birth to 7. It will explore current research in the field of neuroscience and use this, established theory and critical research to develop understanding of best practice in learning and teaching.
Global Childhoods
This module focuses on best practice in early childhood education from around the globe. It considers international views on education, the challenges faced in a number of different countries and the different approaches taken to early years education. Different experiences of childhood around the world will be examined.
Perspectives on Effective Learning
This module will develop your critical understanding of definitions of effective learning and learning behaviour. Students will develop a theoretical understanding of the pedagogy that supports effective learning, while at the same time exploring and examining potential social, emotional and economic barriers to learning. Understanding will be supported through the evaluation of theoretical models on behaviour.