Kenanow Faculty of Education
Early Childhood
Early Childhood Education
ABC Reflection & Analysis: Exploring Antecedent, Behaviour, and Consequence in ECE
Author: Hannah Atkinson
Licence: CC-BY-NC-SA
Description:
This is an interactive Digital Learning Object (DLO) about the topic of using an ABC model (Antecedent, Behaviour, Consequence) to observe and reflect in early childhood education. This is part of a series of three standalone DLOs, with the purpose of providing pre- and new-service Early Childhood Educators and early years professionals with opportunities to develop their professional skills by engaging interactively with scenarios that introduce concepts related to observing and interpreting behaviours. This is a safe and flexible space that supports learners in utilizing the DLOs in an accessible and inclusive manner. The DLOs can be used and reused while learners explore at their own pace.
Skills development supported by use of these DLOs include, but are not limited to noticing, observation, responding, planning, reflection, health and safety, using an ABC model for observing and analyzing behaviours, and being intentional about supporting equity, diversity, and inclusion in the learning environment.
Note that students would not be expected to identify everything nor respond perfectly right away – these are learning tools and are intended to be used and reviewed multiple times, improving with each use. For best image quality and readability, use full-screen mode.
This DLO could take anywhere from 10 minutes to complete one scenario to 1 hour or more to explore multiple scenarios and pathways. Reflective questions and prompts will take additional time.
Format: H5P digital learning object
Biological, psychological and social complexities in childhood development
Author: Open University
Date: 2022
Licence: CC-BY-NC-SA
Description: Learning outcomes: explain biological changes and the pathophysiology of childhood asthma; understand the experience of parents and children in childhood asthma; explain how mental health affects children and young people; understand the experience of using mental health services as a young person. Course duration is 12 hours. Shared by the Open University.
Formats: Free Online course
Early Childhood Literacy: Engaging and Empowering Emergent Readers and Writers, Birth – Age 5
Authors: Christine Pegorraro Schull; Leslie La Croix; Sara E. Miller; Kimberly Sanders Austin; and Julie K. Kidd
Date: 2021
Licence: CC-BY-NC-SA
Description: This textbook, Early Childhood Literacy: Engaging and Empowering Emergent Readers and Writers Birth-Age 5, outlines the connection between different areas of language and literacy and describes strategies for supporting development and promoting instruction. Early literacy includes reading, writing, and language development. Writing includes any early writing attempts and pre-writing behaviors just as reading includes any early reading attempts and recognition of symbols and sounds. Language also includes listening and speaking (oral language) and the use of gestures and signs to communicate. The term oral language is commonly used to describe early language development separately from reading and writing. This text assumes oral language is a component of language and embraces the broader term to underscore the communication practices outside of listening and speaking. For example, some children use sign language or a picture board. For these reasons, the textbook will focus on language development in its totality, including oral language. This textbook is focused on birth to age 5 because early literacy development is crucial for future learning and development.
Formats: PDF, EPUB, Pressbooks webbook
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in ECE Environments
Author: Hannah Atkinson
Licence: CC-BY-NC-SA
Description: This is an interactive Digital Learning Object (DLO) about the topic of equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) in early childhood education. This is part of a series of three standalone DLOs, with the purpose of providing pre- and new-service Early Childhood Educators and early years professionals with opportunities to develop their professional skills by engaging interactively with scenarios that introduce concepts related to EDI. This is a safe and flexible space that supports learners in utilizing the DLOs in an accessible and inclusive manner. Included are branching questions, hotspot images, drag the word, and other interactive activities. The DLOs can be used and reused while learners explore at their own pace.
Skills development supported by use of these DLOs include, but are not limited to noticing, observation, responding, planning, reflection, health and safety, using an ABC model for observing and analyzing behaviours, challenging assumptions and bias, and being intentional about supporting equity, diversity, and inclusion in the learning environment.
Note that students would not be expected to identify everything nor respond perfectly right away – these are learning tools and are intended to be used and reviewed multiple times, improving with each use. For best image quality and readability, use full-screen mode.
This DLO could take anywhere from 10 minutes to complete one scenario to 1 hour or more to explore multiple scenarios and pathways. Reflective questions and prompts will take additional time.
Format: H5P digital learning object
Get to Know Your Learning Environment: All Parts 1-4
Author: Hannah Atkinson
Date: 2023
Licence: CC-BY-NC-SA
Description:
This interactive Digital Learning Object (DLO) contains all parts of the collection of hotspot images depicting an ECE classroom. This is one part of a series of three standalone DLOs, with the purpose of providing pre- and new-service ECEs with the opportunity to engage with a virtual learning environment to help support the development of their professional skills. Skills development supported by the use of these DLOs include, but are not limited to noticing, observation, responding, planning, reflection, health and safety, using an ABC model for observing and analyzing behaviours, and being intentional about supporting equity, diversity, and inclusion in the learning environment.
Note that students would not be expected to identify everything nor respond perfectly right away – these are learning tools and are intended to be used and reviewed multiple times, improving with each use. For best image quality and readability, use full-screen mode.
Format: H5P digital learning object
Introduction to Early Childhood Education
Authors: Gayle Julian; Brenda Boyd Brown, Ph.D.; Angela Blums, Ph.D.; Christine Moon, M.S.; Jennifer Karshna, Ph.D.; Ardene Niemer, M.Ed.; Ninderjit Kaur Gill; and Holly Lanoue, M.Ed.
Date: 2024
Licence: CC BY
Description: Introduction to Early Childhood Education is designed for ECED 105, one of the initial courses in the ECE Initial Certificate program in Washington State. This book serves as an essential guide, exploring the principles, practices, and foundational knowledge of early childhood education.
Formats: PDF, Presbooks webbook, Common Cartridge (Web Links)
Leadership in Early Care and Education
Authors: Dr. Tammy Marino; Dr. Maidie Rosengarden; Dr. Sally Gunyon; and Taya Noland
Date: 2022
Description: An introduction to the primary elements of leadership in early care and education settings. Topics covered include leadership skills, ethics, educator development, communication, conflict resolution, motivation, current issues and advocacy.
Formats: PDF, EPUB, XHTML, Pressbooks XML, WordPress XML, Common Cartridge (Web Links), Common Cartridge (LTI Links)
Re-Connecting Children and Youth With Nature for a Healthy Planet
Author: Alan Warner
Date: 2024
Licence: CC-BY-NC-SA
Description: Book chapter from Outdoor Learning in Canada. Published by staff from Laurentian University, Canada.
Formats: Pressbooks webbook
Reflective Practice in Early Years Education
Author: Sheryl Third, RECE; ECE.C, B.A., M.A
Date: 2022
Licence: CC-BY-NC-SA
Description: Reflective practice as a required disposition for early years educators. The history, the tools, skill and disposition are examined in one resource.
Formats: PDF, EPUB, Pressbooks webbook
Supporting children and young people’s wellbeing
Author: Open University
Date: 2024
Licence: CC-BY-NC-SA
Description: Learning outcomes: understand some of the principles, purposes and responsibilities affecting those working with children and young people; critically engage with some of the social issues that affect children and young people’s wellbeing; interpret and evaluate information and literature relevant to children and young people; and find and use information from a range of courses, making effective use of digital practices, appropriate information and communication technologies. Course duration is 7 hours. Shared by the Open University.
Formats: Free Online course
The Whole Child: Development in the Early Years
Authors: Deirdre Budzyna and Doris Buckley
Date: 2023
Licence: CC-BY-NC-SA
Description: The Whole Child is a textbook for Child Psychology or Child Growth and Development that is both comprehensive and concise. Students do not need a lengthy volume to digest, but they do need a strong understanding of how a young child develops. Only with this understanding can developmentally appropriate practice emerge in the classroom and in other places that are loving and caring spaces for young children. With the rising cost of textbooks, this textbook is a resource for instructors looking to find quality, accessible materials for our students.
Formats: PDF, EPUB, XHTML, Pressbooks webbook
