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Children, Families and Communities in a Diverse Society - ECH326

This unit examines the contexts of childhood, family conditions, neighbourhood, environmental contexts and social policies, and identifies the implications for early childhood professionals and school practitioners. Theoretical approaches to the study of families are explored, along with issues for children related to the structural and cultural diversity of families in Australia. Interconnections between children, families and communities are examined along with implications for practice.

Credit Points: 3
When Offered:

S2 Day - Session 2, North Ryde, Day

S2 External - Session 2, External (On-campus dates: Compulsory)
Staff Contact(s): Dr Cathrine Neilsen-Hewett
Prerequisites:

39cp Prerequisite Information
Corequisites:

NCCW(s): ABEC215
Unit Designation(s):

Social Science
Unit Type:
Assessed As: Graded
Offered By:

Institute of Early Childhood

Faculty of Human Sciences

Timetable Information

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