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Course description

Be introduced to the current early learning and child care landscape in Alberta. You will gain a general overview of the types of programs and governance, role of the Early Childhood Educator, and the theories that influence practice. You will also be provided with support for English vocabulary, oral communication, and practice of writing skills to strengthen English as an Additional Language learner competence and confidence.

Learner outcomes

Upon completion of this course, students will be able to

  • identify the different types of programs where Early Childhood Educators may work. 
  • describe the role of Alberta child care licensing and the national child care framework in early childhood education. 
  • compare their own values to the values and core concepts from Alberta's early learning and child care curriculum framework: flight.  
  • discuss the Convention on the Rights of the Child, United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples and the Truth and Reconciliation Commission as it relates to Early Childhood Educators. 
  • recognize a variety of different theories that support children's development and learning.
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Section title
Introduction to Early Learning and Care in Alberta
Type
ON - Online
Dates
Jan 17, 2025 to Feb 16, 2025
Schedule and Location
Contact Hours
15.0
Delivery options
Online  
Course Fee(s)
TXB1 non-credit $0.00
Section Notes

•   Upon registering for this course, you will be required to complete all course expectations and adhere to MRU and Continuing Education policy

•   Before your course begins, ensure your MyMRU account is activated. Step-by-step instructions for account activation can be found here. Once you have activated your account and have your MyMRU login information, you can log into your MRU Google account using your @mtroyal.ca email address and set up Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA). Help with your Google account can be found here, and help setting up MFA can be found here.

•   Course content will be available on the D2L Brightspace Learning Management System (LMS) 3 days prior to the start date of your course. You must be logged in to your MRU Gmail account to access D2L Brightspace. Your instructor will be available on the course start date.

•  Review our Student Information site for additional information about forms and policies, campus maps, parking information, technical support, and more.

•  For questions about this course or other information, contact cehealth@mtroyal.ca or 403.440.6867 / 1.888.392.3655 toll-free.

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