This course offers the opportunity to participate in the role of "Active Observer" in a childcare centre. Observing and participating in program activities enables application of theories, concepts, and principles of best early childhood education practice.
Prerequisites
ECED 1305, ECED 1107, ECED 1304.
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What you will learn
- 1. Ways in which theoretical principles of early childcare and education influence planning, implementation and assessment of curricular activities and guide pedagogical practice in early childcare and education settings.
- a. Link the theory and practice of early childhood care and education to the early learning framework
- 2. A variety of guiding strategies to guide children's behavior
- 3. Responses to young children in a way that facilitates their physical, emotional, social and cognitive development
- a. Engage in interactions with children and their families
- 4. Record observations of children with respect to confidentiality and in keeping with the ECEBC and VCC code of ethics
- a. Refer to ECEBC Code of Ethics
- 5. Interactions with other early childhood educators
- a. Policies, procedures and philosophy of centres during practicum
- 6. Building warm, caring and supportive interactions with children
- 7. Feedback from practicum instructors and determine learning goals for practicum 2
- a. Reflect on feedback from sponsor teacher and practicum instructor
How to register
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Course schedules
Select your program to see the available course schedules.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 42511 |
March 9, 2026 to April 6, 2026 |
Lecture | Varies | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60377 |
July 6, 2026 to July 31, 2026 |
Practicum | Varies | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60418 |
May 1, 2026 to June 30, 2026 |
Practicum | Off Site | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 61276 |
May 1, 2026 to June 30, 2026 |
Practicum | Off Site | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 61816 |
July 6, 2026 to July 31, 2026 |
Practicum | Varies | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 72678 |
October 26, 2026 to November 23, 2026 |
Lecture Practicum |
Varies | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 72683 |
October 26, 2026 to November 23, 2026 |
Lecture Practicum |
Varies | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 43107 |
March 2, 2026 to April 30, 2026 |
See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 62000 |
June 1, 2026 to July 31, 2026 |
Practicum | Off Site | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 62001 |
July 2, 2026 to August 31, 2026 |
Practicum | Off Site | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 43113 |
March 2, 2026 to April 30, 2026 |
Practicum | Off Site | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 62006 |
June 1, 2026 to July 31, 2026 |
Practicum | Off Site | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 62007 |
July 2, 2026 to August 31, 2026 |
Practicum | Off Site | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
Contact us
If you have any question, please email at advising@vcc.ca.
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.