Children, Culture & Globalisation Course

Training aim

To provide a broad and critical historical review of the development of the different concepts and interpretation of globalisation
To introduce and develop awareness of concepts, terms, definitions and debates regarding culture and identity
To encourage a critical and questioning approach to the influences of global trends on child development and child rearing practices
To enable students to critically evaluate the implications of these influences for early years professionals and practitioners

The history and development relating to concepts of globalisation including the impact of the media
The critique of ideas and explanations of cultural identity and self-identity
The critique of value and belief systems driving early childhood practices including play and learning
The influence of different images and concepts of children and early childhood i.e. family, community, early years practitioners
The diverse theoretical perspectives that influence curriculum approaches in early childhood
The interconnectedness of relationships among children, families and early childhood practitioners
The development of pedagogical and leadership skills in a global society