Special and Inclusive Education in Early Childhood

This unit provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively support children with additional needs in early childhood settings. By integrating historical, political, and theoretical knowledge with practical application, the unit promotes the inclusion of children with additional needs (e.g., developmental delays, autism spectrum disorder, physical disabilities, sensory impairments, or behavioural challenges) in mainstream Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC) settings. It empowers pre-service teachers to establish supportive learning environments and adopt pedagogies that encourage the learning and development of children with additional needs in inclusive learning settings.