Overview Module Two

Welcome to Module 2: Introduction to Creating Spaces

In Module One, you worked on Situating Self by looking into your own experiences and self-development. You thought about your family of origin and your relationships with diversity. There was a review of some of the different styles of leadership and you reflected upon the styles that fit within your own personality. It is useful to note that we are not tied to one style, different situations call for different reactions, but we often focus on one style that feels comfortable in everyday practice.

A leader is responsible for creating safe and welcoming spaces for everyone in the program. In this module we will consider two streams of diversity. You will look more closely at the histories of the First Peoples and increasing your understanding through an Indigenous lens. The first activity of Module Two briefly introduces working within an anti-racism lens and touches on inclusivity. Both topics require much deeper inquiry that is not included in this course. You are encouraged to continue to learn about anti-racism and inclusion.

The final activity in this module will guide you in researching the organizations and resources that will support your leadership role in early learning and childcare. The last assignment in this module will encourage you to build community relationships by interviewing someone from another centre. 

Throughout Module Two, you will continue to record your reflections, composing your own personal resource for future reference.

Learning outcomes serve as a valuable resource to guide your learning journey and ensure you can maximize your learning experience. The primary purpose of this section is to clearly communicate the intended learning outcomes of Module Two: Introduction to Creating Spaces.

The learning outcomes for Module Two align with the content, activities, and assessments you will encounter throughout Module Two, enabling you to track your growth and identify improvement opportunities. 

After completing all activities and the reflective assessment within Module Two, participants will: 

• Model inclusive and democratic practices that motivate others and build team capacity.  
• Apply knowledge of Indigenous history and values to create safe spaces for Indigenous children and their families.

Module Two Activities and Assessments

The activities within Module Two include:

• ACTIVITY 2.1 | Indigenous History in Canada Examine terminology related to the First Peoples and explore the history of colonization.
• ACTIVITY 2.2 | Sixties Scoop and Resilience Watch a graphic documentary about the Sixties Scoop and reflect on your new understandings in your journal.
• ACTIVITY 2.3 | Inclusivity Consider what inclusivity means through the lens of anti-racism and accessible spaces. 
• ACTIVITY 2.4 | Resources to Support Educators, Children and their Families Explore the many resources and influential organizations available to support ECEs and the children in their care.
• ACTIVITY 2.5 | Assignment in Community Broaden your knowledge of the strengths of other childcare programs in your community.