Setting the scene
Choose 3 readings and answer the following questions for each reading. (This means you will answer these questions x 3) (150 words per reference so (450 words in total)
1. Reference details, please refer to the referencing guide (APA) and provide a full reference for the scholarly material as you would write it in a reference list.
2. A short statement that explains the focus or purpose of the reading. In your statement about the focus of the reading, ensure you state the main objective of the reading. Who is the intended audience for the literature and what is it trying to convey to the reader?
For example, does it provide findings on key research, is it a chapter of a book that seeks to outline an issue for instance.
3. A description of some of the key areas in the readings and how they assisted you in your understanding. How was the text useful to you?
Readings:
Reading 1. Arthur, L., Beecher, B., & Death, E. (2020) Chapter 1 ‘Setting the scene’ Chapter 1 'Setting the scene'.
Programming and planning in early childhood settings. Cengage.
Reading 2. Early Childhood Australia, (2016). ECA - Code Of Ethics [Brochure]. Retrieved from: ECA Code of Ethics Brochure
Reading 3. (Prescribed text) Wong, S., & Press, F (2016). ‘Chapter 1 The development of early childhood education and care in Australia’. In J. Ailwood, W. Boyd, & Theobald (Eds.), Understanding Early Childhood Education and Care in Australia (pp. 13-33).Chapter 1 Understanding EC Education and Care
Sample Solution
Reading 1. Arthur, L., Beecher, B., & Death, E. (2020). Chapter 1 ‘Setting the Scene’ in Programming and Planning in Early Childhood Settings. Cengage. Short Statement: This reading outlines key considerations for programming and planning for early childhood settings according to current government documents and legislative frameworks. The intended audience is educators of young children who need guidance on relevant topics such as cultural responsiveness, inclusion, play-based learning and more.
Description: This chapter provides an overview of legal requirements of various countries with regards to early childhood education services including Australia's National Quality Framework, the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child and other relevant policies. It also presents examples illustrating how different approaches should be applied when designing a curriculum which includes practical advice on create meaningful experiences for young children within their learning environment that takes into account culture diversity, equity and inclusion principles within an anti-bias framework so that all children can access quality educational opportunities regardless of race or gender identity etcetera..
The text was useful to me because it highlights the importance of considering these aspects when providing quality childcare services as well as potential outcomes if they are not taken into account during planning processes which allows me develop my understanding around this topic from a theoretical perspective rather than from personal experience only.
Reading 2: Early Childhood Australia (2016). ECA - Code Of Ethics [Brochure]. Retrieved from: ECA Code Of Ethics Brochure
Short Statement: This brochure provides information about ethical conduct in early childhood services based on Australian standards outlined by Early Childhood Australia (ECA). It aims to provide clear guidance for those working in early childhood care ensuring best practice is followed at all times whilst protecting the safety rights and well being of both children and families involved in child care programs across Australia .
Description :This brochure outlines six core values essential for building relationships with others; Respectful Relationships , Responsibility , Justice , Equity , Honesty & Integrity . In addition it also lists expected behaviours concerning aspects such as language use , confidentiality practices , communication methods with parents/guardians professional boundaries between adults & children etcetera . These behaviours act as guidelines to ensure educators comply with laws regulations codes standards & ethics applicable to them professionally . It was useful to me because it provided tangible ways I could put into practice what I had learnt about ethical code compliance & responsibility when caring for younger children thus helping me apply theory into practise more effectively through its comprehensive coverage regarding appropriate behaviour expectations within early years settings ."
Reading 3:(Prescribed Text): Wong S., Press F., (2016) ‘Chapter 1 The development of early childhood education And Care In Australia’ In J Ailwood W Boyd & Theobald eds Understanding EC Education And Care pp 13-33 Chapter1 Understanding EC Education And Care
Short Statement :This chapter provides an overview covering historical developments impacting upon current concepts theories trends & challenges related to provisioning quality ECEC service delivery systems throughout Australian history up until present day developments under Federal Government Funding initiatives such as Universal Access National Quality Framework State prescriptive regulations etcetera . Its target audience consists mainly students studying fields relating to child care sector including professionals engaged in research regarding policymaking decisions circumstances leading towards social change affecting young vulnerable populations protected under human rights legislation reforms etcetera ..
Description : Particular issues highlighted include socio economic inequalities associated with lack adequate funding access difficulties preventing low income families accessing centre based options larger scale issues like affordability cost centricity impacting upon parental choice limited workforce availability due reduced wages disproportionate numbers workload impacts facing female headed teams service providers barriers arising from disability discrimination exclusionary practices Aboriginal Torres Strait Islander communities effects connected poor quality provisions insufficiently trained practitioners inadequate facilities physical infrastructure mismatching workplace conditions operating strategies failure embrace diverse community backgrounds differences worldwide globalisation movements causing disruption traditional beliefs customs norms particular regions society general thus creating gaps areas knowledge support needed benefit community improve lives future generations following collective proactive approach governmental organisations non government aligned agencies philanthropic organisations help bridge said divides thereby removing any possible discrepancies might arise matters implementation intended policies deliverables materialise anticipated outcomes resultants occur due effective collaboration between respective parties concerned stakeholders involved .. It was helpful me better understand some complexities implications surrounding current landscape unionising collaborative efforts existing partnerships assist sustaining growth high functioning sector achieving sustainable long term success look forward changes improvements reinforce effectiveness operations dealing ever changing dynamics constantly evolving contexts allowing stay abreast most recent developments eliminating lag time response would otherwise hinder achieve desired goals objectives envisaged leaders forefront field wish impede detrimental effects pertinent vulnerable groups societies existent."