with New Zealand's specialised provider of distance and online learning courses and qualifications, Open Polytechnic NZ
of distance and online learning courses and qualifications, Open Polytechnic NZ
New Zealand's specialised provider of distance and online learning courses and qualifications, Open Polytechnic NZ
The aim of this online course is to develop knowledge and skills related to construction roles, responsibilities, documentation and communication.
This online course provides the opportunity for critical analysis of current issues and debates related to curriculum approaches for infants, toddlers and young children including antibias, transitions, continuity of learning, school and community partnerships, and innovations in the field. Ākonga will develop knowledge, skills and strategies to critically defend an informed pedagogical position and contribute to early childhood curriculums and future policy directions for early childhood education.
This online course contributes to ākonga understanding the importance of bilingual/bicultural and multilingual/multicultural environments for supporting identity, learning and development of tamariki. Ākonga will continue to strengthen their cultural and language learning (including te reo Māori, Pacific languages, New Zealand Sign Language, and other languages) so that they feel confident and competent to work in culturally responsive ways with tamariki, parents, whānau and communities. This course requires ākonga to think critically about their roles and responsibilities in supporting cultural and linguistic diversity in the early years, about bias and their role in promoting social justice
This online course critically analyses the barriers to learning and participation for children with disabilities and additional learning needs in early learning services. The concepts of equity and advocacy are investigated in relation to the rights of the child as articulated in United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCROC), United Nations Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNRIP) and New Zealand legislation and policy documents. Ākonga will develop understandings, knowledge and pedagogies so that they can identify and respond inclusively to ākonga with diverse and additional learning needs.
This professional experience placement enables ākonga to apply their knowledge, skills, and dispositions to work in early learning services in Aotearoa New Zealand and to demonstrate Our Code Our Standards in a supported environment.
This professional experience placement enables ākonga to fully demonstrate they have the knowledge, skills, and dispositions to work in early learning services in Aotearoa New Zealand and can meet Our Code Our Standards in a supported environment
This course explores kaupapa Māori theory and how colonialism has impacted education and other outcomes for Māori, and why education inequalities need to be urgently addressed. Ākonga will critically examine past and current policies and legislation specific to Māori ākonga and make recommendations to bring about change and strengthen Māori ākonga’ educational achievement. Ākonga will strengthen their skills and knowledge of te reo Māori for use in education settings.
