(ACECCE-E) Programme for Preschoolers
About This Course
This module provides an overview of principles in planning, implementing a developmentally appropriate early childhood programme. The module will focus on the skill to evaluate the effectiveness of teaching and learning approaches by applying interpretation of observations and documentation of children’s learning, applying knowledge of foundations of effective
teaching and learning approaches and collaborating with colleagues. It also includes applying understanding of each child and of group dynamics to identify and implement appropriate teaching and learning approaches.
Lesson planning, emerging curriculum, short and long term goals, small group and large group activities, organisation of space, time, and materials will be incorporated in the planning of the curriculum. Discussion of interest based and skill based curriculum will also be made. Students will be taught to create an integrated study, web and lesson plans. The iTeach
Principles will be incorporated in the planning of the curriculum.
What You'll Learn
1. The ability to understand:
a. Developmental theories
b. Developmental stages of children from age 3 to 4
c. Different areas of children’s growth and development
d. Expected milestones (developmental stages) across different aspects of
children’s growth and development
e. Strategies to support children’s holistic development
f. A range of teaching, learning and care giving approaches that meet the needs of young children
g. The relevant Curriculum Frameworks utilised in Singapore
h. How children learn concepts through sensory experiences, exploration, play, interactions and inquiry
2. The ability to:
a. Contribute to planning and implementation of teaching, learning and care-giving approaches, taking into account the developmental stages and backgrounds of children
Entry Requirements
Applicants should have:
a. 3 GCE ‘O’ level credits including a grade C6 in GCE ‘O’ level English Language OR Any English Language Acceptable Alternatives
OR
b. 10 years of formal education and passed state exam with credits in 3 different subjects including a credit at least C6 in EL1 or any English Language Acceptable Alternatives