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EY5009: Creative Learning

Module Title Creative Learning
Module Code EY5009
Module Tutor Sian Wyman
School Institute of Education and Public Services
CAT Points 15
Level of Study 5
Pre-requisites None
Co-requisites None
Restrictions Cannot be counted with EYF220, EYF266

Available only to student taking Early Years Foundation Degree
Brief Description

The module aims to explore students' perceptions of the image of the child and children as creative beings.

Indicative Syllabus

The module will cover the following topics:

  • opportunities to promote the child as a creative and competent learner from birth;
  • supporting creative children through reflection upon self as creative practitioners;
  • opportunities to experience, reflect upon and analyse a range of different media including: dance, art and music;
  • a wide range of 'languages' as a means of strengthening students' understanding of child development and their role as senior practitioners in leading and supporting creative learning.

 
Learning Outcomes

A student passing this module should be able to:

  1. Examine the philosophies supporting the child as a competent, creative learner;
  2. Explain how creative learning experiences can develop children's holistic development and lifelong learning potential;
  3. Plan, evaluate, lead and support others in provocations to support children as creative learners;
  4. Enhance children's 'languages' of communication;
  5. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of how creative learning can be supported throughout the curriculum areas;
  6. Recognise the social, historical and cultural context of creative learning and its impact upon lifelong learning potential.
Learning and Teaching Activities Scheduled Contact Hours: 24
Independent Learning Hours: 126
Assessment (For further details see the Module Guide) 001: 100% Coursework: Individual, portfolio: 2500 words or equivalent
Special Assessment Requirements
Indicative Resources

The Library Catalogue contains full details of the current reading list for this module. Further details may also be found in the Module Guide.

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