(Arthur, 2010, p.1). these processes of inquiry and critical reflection on their practices enable them to make decisions about curriculum that are responsive to cultural context and support more equitable outcomes for children (Arthur, 2010; MacNaughton & Williams, 2009). Rather than a focus on external standards that codify ‘quality care’, what is important are the processes of critical thinking, self-reflection and evaluation. Moss (2001a, p.131)argues that working with ‘complexity,values, diversity, subjectivity and multiple perspectives’ requires educators to focus on making meaning of what is going on. (Arthur, Beecher, Death, Dockett & Farmer, 2014, p.22)

Defence with  the statements above and include critical analysis of the following:

1. Different approaches to literacy and numeracy
2. The impact of technology and media on young children
3. The place of ecological sustainability in early childhood
4. Current early childhood curriculum and the role of the teacher in enacting it.

The introduction should be a full outline of what intend to discuss as part of the paper. The position should be stated as part of this. The conclusion should draw together the arguments and position without introducing new material.

Please unpacking the statement critically, which means considering whether you agree or not with what the author is saying. State and argue the position on each of the key points of the statement.

The four points sit alongside the statement. In some ways they are separate to the statement itself, however to support an overall cohesive discussion, please find ways that can connect each of the four areas to the statement.

Please discussion in more depth and include an analysis of the place of ecological sustainability in early childhood education. Ensure that giving equal focus to each area. Be mindful that in writing a position paper you need to begin by unpacking the statement and carefully consider each point that the author is making. Please refer to the ideas within the Moss or Arthur, Beecher, Death, Dockett & Farmer article to provide context and background to the discussion.

References 1:

Arthur, L., Beecher, B., Death, E., Dockett, S., & Farmer, S. (2014). Programming and planning in early childhood settings (6^th ed.). Melbourne, Australia: Cengage.

Moss, p. (2010). We cannot continue as we are: The educator in an education of survival. Contemporary Issues in Early Childhood, 11(1), 8-19.

The above required reference contents are provided below. However they are not in logical structure. So PLEASE read them through, and construct a logical essay that covers the above point. Please try to use as much as possible of the provided resources by rephrasing or referencing them in your own words.