This lesson contains 21 slides, with interactive quizzes and text slides.
Lesson duration is: 90 min
Items in this lesson
Introduction to Module: Perspectives of Childhood
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Today
Introduction to the module
Module Guide
Assessment
Running order
The context of this module in relation to your experiences
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Learning outcomes
Define childhood and explore various perspectives on what childhood means.
Examine the significance of early childhood memories in shaping a person’s development.
Encourage critical thinking and discussion among students about their own early childhood memories.
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What are your aims and aspirations for this module? What do you think this module is about? What would you like to find out? What are your personal strengths as you approach this module? Outline the areas where you hope your learning and development will occur.
Slide 4 - Open question
Link to Placement
Begin to gather information about your work setting
Obtain a copy of the prospectus or handbook
Think about how your setting facilitates the needs of the area
What is the Mission Statement of your setting?
What are the aims of your setting?
Consider how all this information relates to the module
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Activity One: What is your definition of Childhood?
Slide 6 - Open question
Why historical approaches?
To gain knowledge, Kehily (2004)
To understand meaning of childhood
To inform current practice
To develop skills
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jamboard.google.com
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Activity 3: Early Childhood
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The image above shows 2 children playing shop many years ago - note their 'toys', their clothing and the setting.
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“what role do early childhood memories play in shaping a person’s identity and development?”
“How do social & educational, cultural or historical contexts influence memories?”
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Activity 4: Early Childhood Memories Reflection
Think back to your own childhood.
Talk to the group about your earliest memories and share some of the good experiences you remember.
What was your favourite toy?
What was your favourite game/activity?
What was really important to you?
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Write down one early childhood memory that has had a significant impact on your life.
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Can you identify common themes or differences in the memories?
Consider in relation to the role of context and perspective.
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Write two key points from this lesson.
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Link to assessment
Define childhood and explore various perspectives on what childhood means.
Examine the significance of early childhood memories in shaping a person’s development.
Encourage critical thinking and discussion among students about their own early childhood memories.
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Homework: Short reflection
Read a selected article or chapter related to childhood perspectives and prepare to discuss it in the next class.
Write a reflection piece on the significance of early childhood memories in their own lives.
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Next Week
Exploring the historical context of childhood: Barnardo, Mayhew, Locke, Rousseau, Owen.