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Certificate in Early Years Professional Practice (Semester 5) Module Synopsis Curriculum Planning and Design This module focuses on curriculum planning and design for the early childhood years. Discussions will focus on curriculum theorists, learning principles, the philosophical and theoretical underpinnings of various curriculum models and approaches associated with the early childhood field. Differentiate curriculum, application of the principles of inquiry, conceptually-based integration and being an intentional teacher will be covered. Applications to early childhood settings in Singapore will be explored vis-à-vis the MOE’s kindergarten framework. Working with the Family and Communities This module is designed to equip participants with the knowledge and skills needed for working with diversity in families and communities. Participants will recognise the importance of the child’s family and explore different models and a variety of strategies to help them build bridges between home and school within the ecological perspective. The role of the community and its support system to strengthen families and the collaboration with the school will also be explored. Practicum (IV) This module aims to extend participants’ competence in relation to practical aspects of working with young children in early childhood settings. The practicum will give opportunities for participants to plan and implement learning experiences for a large group of children. Both structured and unstructured learning experiences will be designed with the aim to enhance and challenge children’s desire to explore, experiment and discover in an environment that supports the inquiry curriculum and social studies. Participants will also apply their knowledge and skills in designing and proposing for change in their classroom environment; carry out their action plans and evaluate their learning and the outcomes of change.

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