Course Description
Course Name
Special Needs in Early Years Care and Education
Session: VLNS3424
Hours & Credits
20 UK Credits
Prerequisites & Language Level
Taught In English
- There is no language prerequisite for courses at this language level.
Overview
Assessment: portfolio consisting of 2 analytical commentaries (4000 words)
This module is intended to offer students the opportunity to develop deeper understanding of policy, provision and practice in early years care and education in relation to children with special needs. This will include a critical examination of theories of disability and integration/inclusion, drawing on a range of international perspectives. The module will emphasise the importance of a multi-disciplinary approach and working with families and will provide an overview of how to support children with a range of physical and learning disabilities.
This module is intended to offer students the opportunity to develop deeper understanding of policy, provision and practice in early years care and education in relation to children with special needs. This will include a critical examination of theories of disability and integration/inclusion, drawing on a range of international perspectives. The module will emphasise the importance of a multi-disciplinary approach and working with families and will provide an overview of how to support children with a range of physical and learning disabilities.
*Course content subject to change