EDUC44160

Learning Outcomes:

On completion of this module, participants will be able to:
1. Define early childhood inclusion
2. Articulate the guiding principals in early childhood inclusion such as family-centered, transdisciplinary, and evidence-based
3. Understand the system and processes for identifying young children at risk for special needs in the international and local literature
4. Describe early childhood inclusion service programs, policies, and initiatives in Ireland
5. Identify the needs of a child and the family and develop an individualized plan to facilitate inclusion
6. Evaluate and assess the process and outcomes of early childhood inclusion programs and efforts

Indicative Module Content:

● Defining early childhood inclusion
● Diversity and equity in early childhood
● Risk and resilience in early childhood development
● Evidence-based practices and professional guidelines in early childhood inclusion
● Family-centered practices
● Early identification of special needs
● Naturalistic approaches to intervention
● Monitoring progress and evaluating effectiveness
● Transdisciplinary teaming approach
● Transitions from early childhood to primary education
● Service delivery in inclusive settings

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Approaches to Teaching and Learning:

Requirements, Exclusions and Recommendations

Not applicable to this module.

Module Requisites and Incompatibles

Assessment Strategy

Feedback Strategy/Strategies

• Feedback individually to students, post-assessment
• Group/class feedback, post-assessment

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