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The Identification and Classroom Management for Pre-schoolers with Learning Difficulties (ICMPLD) aims to empower pre-school teachers with the skills and strategies to identify and support children with learning & behavioural difficulties in the mainstream classroom.
The curriculum is designed to allow participants to:
- Gain observational skills across key developmental domains to identify pre-schoolers with learning difficulties
- Formulate intervention plans and utilise specific strategies to support these pre-schoolers in the classroom
Core modules
Four domains will be covered: Speech & Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Educational Therapy, and Educational Psychology.
In each domain, our team of professional trainers experienced in working with pre-schoolers and teachers in the classrooms will share insights of how the learning difficulties can be identified, types of strategies used to promote learning, and community resources available in Singapore.
Learning Outcomes
Upon course completion, participants will be able to:
- Describe the factors that contribute to common speech, language, and learning difficulties
- Identify core features of sensory-motor difficulties and related behavioural manifestations
- Understand and practice strategies learnt to support children with developmental and learning needs in the classroom
Who should attend
ECDA-certified L2 Teachers / Lead Teachers / Centre Leaders & Pinnacle Leaders
Course details
ICMPLD is a 3-day course from 9am to 5.30pm. The course will be conducted in English,
Assessment methods
Reflective journals and case study.
Course Fee
| Course fee before funding: $565 per participant (before GST) |
| a) SSG funding (for Singapore Citizens & PRs only): Up to 50% of course fee |
| b) ECDA funding (for Non-Singaporeans/non-PR): Up to 40% of course fee (capped at $140 per course) |
*Course fee information is updated as at December 2021 and is subjected to changes from the funding organisations
Testimonials
“The course has taught me to support children with learning difficulties as it is structured to the participants’ needs, with the strategies provided in the notes as well as the many case studies practices in each module. The presenters were very knowledgeable in supporting me in my learning. I would recommend this course to all early childhood practitioners!” – Lead Teacher (Apr 2021)
“The course covers different aspects of learning difficulties (speech, language, literacy, behaviour, sensory). The strengths of the course include a wide array of strategies provided for educators to implement, and the trainers provided direct feedback after participants present their assignments” – Pre-school Teacher (Apr 2021)
“I have learned a lot from the course. From child psychology to theories about early literacy. I am enlightened to know the proper way of addressing behaviours in class and the correct way to convey my concerns to parents to better work with them for the development of their child. The instructors were very knowledgeable and know the topics being discussed very well.” – Beginning Pre-school Teacher (Feb 2021)
“This course showed an insight of the underlying causes of children with learning disabilities, it has also many relevant information on identifying and strategies teachers can use in their classroom setting.” – Pre-school Teacher (Feb 2021)
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The course ‘Increasing Engagement in the Preschool Classrooms through Differentiated Teaching’ (IEPCDT) aims to equip early childhood educators with the knowledge and skills to implement differentiated teaching in their classrooms to increase student engagement and optimise student learning. In the face of growing diversity in the classrooms, educators need to recognise the benefit of utilising strategies that enable them to reach and challenge each student. Differentiated instruction is a powerful teaching strategy where educators can modify their instruction to address the strengths and needs of all learners. In this workshop, participants will learn what it means to differentiate teaching in the areas of content, process, product, and learning environment in the inclusive preschool classroom.
Learning Outcomes
Upon course completion, participants will be able to:
• Analyse child’s level of engagement and identify the focused areas of intervention
• Develop an activity plan incorporating the strategies for differentiated instruction
Who should attend
ECDA L2-Certified Beginning Preschool Teachers & Preschool Teachers/ Senior Teachers/ Lead Teachers
Course details
IEPCDT is a 1.5 day course. The course will be conducted in English.
Day 1: 9am – 5pm
Day 2: 9am – 12.30pm
Assessment methods
Online Test and Oral Questioning
Course Fee
| Course fee before funding: $400 per participant (before GST) |
| a) SSG funding (for Singapore Citizens & PRs only): Up to 50% of course fee |
| b) ECDA funding (for Non-Singaporeans/non-PR): Up to 40% of course fee (capped at $140 per course) |
* Course fee information is updated as at December 2021 and is subjected to changes from the funding organisations
Testimonials
“I will plan activities that will cater different learning styles and prepare a conducive environment to spark children’s excitement for learning.” – Teacher (Oct 2021)
“I have learnt to create a more inviting and conducive setting in my class to be able to have an inclusive environment.” – Preschool Teacher (Oct 2021)
“I will look into my classroom environment for learning center activities to see if it is organised with clear boundaries and clear guidelines such as task cards, sufficient and varied materials to cater to each children’s interests and ability.” – Preschool Teacher (Oct 2021)