Early Childhood Education
Early Childhood Studies Program (ECS)
About the Program
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Ryerson University offers an innovative Master of Arts program leading to a Master of Arts (MA) degree in Early Childhood Studies. This program is unique among graduate program in North America with a focus on integrating diversity into early childhood studies. Terms such as "diversity" and "inclusion" are used in the broadest sense to include issues of linguistic, cultural and racial identity as well as disability, gender, class, sexuality, age and migration status. This approach is in recognition of a child's need to develop a positive identity, not only as an individual but also as a member of a group. Through a critical and reflective process, students will develop a deep understanding of the complex issues that affect children and their families. |
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“The program’s curriculum and expectations challenged me to critically examine the multitude of influences on the developmental outcomes of children and families. I have been able to extract relevant learning, skills and attitudes which I incorporate daily into my practice as a child life specialist in a hospital. I sincerely value the support provided by faculty and the ongoing access to their knowledge and expertise.” — Jennifer Butterly, MA, Early Childhood Studies '09 “The professors I’ve worked with over the last year have been nothing short of inspiring.” — Ryan Campbell, MA, Early Childhood Studies '09 “The MA program has been instrumental in providing me with a great deal of academic growth. It is wonderful to be one of the graduates of this cutting-edge program.” — Tricia M. Dumais, MA, Early Childhood Studies '09 “I have nothing but great comments about the ECS program and the faculty. The faculty continues to support my endeavours. The program has made me a better professional and stronger individual. My perception of education and the world has shifted to one of equity, inclusion and diversity. I have applied to a PhD program.” — Nina Lee, MA, Early Childhood Studies '08 “The learning environment created by Ryerson’s graduate school and faculty always invited me to be engaged from day one. I appreciated the flexibility to focus on research that related to my own interests. The MA prepared me for my current employment at an Ontario college.” — George Sowchuck, MA, Early Childhood Studies '08 “I wanted to thank you for the opportunity to attend the program. The MA in Early Childhood Studies has changed my life. The program increased my awareness of vulnerable children and this has strengthened my teaching and perspective on life. I am now teaching at the community college level and plan to write many more papers.” — Christine Zupo, MA, Early Childhood Studies '09 |
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