Historical, philosophical and theorical background of early childhood educationLaajuus (4 cr)

Objectives

The students
• know the social, cultural and pedagogical premises for early education
• know the basic concepts and values of education and early education
• can examine and identify their own experiences and thinking through educational theories
• can apply various theoretical approaches and methods when studying the growth and development of a child

Content

• historical tendences of early education
• value basis and philosophical basis for early education
• the role of early education in society
• alternative education