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Early Childhood Development Learning and Teaching
Assessment - Emerging Teaching Philosophy
Learning outcome 1: Uphold academic integrity through reflective and critical engagement and understanding of principles of Code of Ethics
Learning outcome 2: Articulate and critique major theories within the context of early childhood education
Learning outcome 3: Analyse and debate current research and contemporary issues in relation to children's learning and development
Learning outcome 4: Frame play-based teaching practices in early childhood contexts
Learning outcome 5: Develop an understanding of Early Childhood Education in Australian context, including First Nations Perspectives
Assessment Structure
Quality teaching and learning for young children are outlined in the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF). Early childhood teachers can utilize this framework to work effectively with children in early childhood settings. It is crucial that early childhood teachers understand and apply this framework to develop their teaching philosophy, ensuring they provide quality teaching and support children's learning and development.
Instructions
To complete your assessment task, follow the below instructions.
Part 1: Written Reflection (300 words)
Write a short overview of your emerging teaching philosophy, developed throughout the unit. Use the guiding questions below to help shape your response. Your reflection should be personal, meaningful, and grounded in your developing knowledge as an early childhood educator.
Guiding Questions
Role as an Educator: What is your image of an early childhood educator?
Beliefs and Values: What do you believe in this teaching profession? What do you value as an early childhood teacher?
Educational Aims: From your personal perspective, what should be the educational aims for early childhood education?
Image of the Child: How do you view children? What is your image of a child, and how do you embed this image in your teaching practice?
Part 2: Mock Interview (3-5 minutes)
In your final session, you will participate in a brief mock interview with your lecturer. This is a valuable opportunity to practice articulating your teaching philosophy-especially in preparation for future ECE job interviews. Get in touch with us for online assignment help service!
You will be asked a series of questions related to your evolving teaching philosophy, with a focus on your understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and how you plan to implement your teaching philosophy through practical strategies in real classroom contexts.
Example Questions to Help You Prepare:
Developing Your Teaching Philosophy
How does your teaching philosophy align with key theories of children's learning and development?
How is it supported by current research and the EYLF?
How does your teaching philosophy translate into practices that benefit all children?
EYLF Knowledge
How will you support all children to achieve the learning outcomes outlined in the EYLF?
How do the EYLF's practice principles inform your day-to-day teaching, especially with diverse learners?
Scenario-Based Questions
How would you apply your philosophy to support children's learning and development in a given scenario?
Preparation Tip
Use the following reflection prompts to help you prepare:
What do I believe? → Your personal teaching philosophy
Why do I believe it? → The theoretical rationale and links to the EYLF
How do I do it? → Practical examples and teaching strategies