He Pī : Professional Practice 1

To enable ākonga to experience and evaluate what it means to be a professional kaiako within the context of early childhood education in Aotearoa New Zealand including demonstrating their commitment to te reo Māori and tikanga Māori.

Information
Course Code	ECED514
Level	5
Credits	15

Description

The learning outcomes for this course are:

Demonstrate the knowledge and skills of a beginning kaiako in Aotearoa New Zealand, including reflective practice and a commitment to te reo Māori and tikanga Māori

Apply knowledge of regulatory and legislative requirements in early childhood settings to create healthy, safe, and inclusive environments that uphold the rights of tamariki

Demonstrate culturally responsive and sustaining practices that reflect values such as whanaungatanga, aroha, and manaakitanga, fostering inclusive and collaborative relationships within the Early Childhood Education community

Implement strategies for supporting tamariki wellbeing through reflection and respectful, professional relationships