Institute of Early Childhood
The Institute of Early Childhood is committed to maximising opportunities for young children, families and communities through research, teaching, learning and advocacy.
The Institute of Early Childhood values integrity, collegiality, respect, intellectual rigour and social justice.
A national conference on children and the media to be held in Melbourne this week will explore the challenges involved in raising a healthy child in today's commercial and often exploitative environment. more
Last week, Alma Fleet and Susan Page accepted the Future Justice Prize awarded to the Bachelor of Teaching (Early Childhood Services) Program. continued
Our society has many ways of convincing children that their happiness, and their very identity, depend on what they buy and what they own. The evidence shows that consumerism doesn't make children happier or healthier. continued
Researchers and practitioners will be reporting on the development and implementation of the Early Years Learning Framework in areas such as literacy, numeracy, arts and documentation. Go to the Children and Families Research Centre website for more information.
Well-known IEC alumni Anthony Field, Murray Cook and Greg Page are founding members of The Wiggles and met while studying Early Childhood Education. The popular children's music group picked up their 10th best children's album ARIA at last night's awards. and were inducted into the ARIA Hall of Fame. continued
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Visit the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) page to find out all about the changes for next year and what that might mean for you.
Watch and Listen as Dr. Fay Hadley gives a general overview of what the Institute of Early Childhood at Macquarie University offers
Congratulations to the Wiggles on being inducted in the ARIA Hall of Fame
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