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Early Childhood in Australia: The Social Context - ECH126
This unit addresses social issues affecting Australian children and their families. It takes a multidisciplinary approach to examine the effects of social class, gender, ethnicity, media, schooling, law and politics on children and families. Links between contemporary aspects of Australian society and optimal outcomes for children are examined with a particular focus on the concept of life chances. Historical trends are examined with particular attention to the issues facing Indigenous Australians. Generational differences that affect attitudes, access to resources and equal opportunity are analysed. Children's understanding of social issues is also addressed.
| Credit Points: | 3 |
| When Offered: | D1 - Day; Offered in Session 1, North Ryde X1 - External study; Offered in Session 1 (On-campus dates: 24 March, 12 May) |
| Staff Contact(s): | Ms Belinda Davis |
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| NCCW(s): | ABEC112 |
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| Unit Type: | People unit |
| Assessed As: | Graded |
| Offered By: | Institute of Early Childhood Faculty of Human Sciences |
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