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Early Childhood Education Methods

This course introduces students to early childhood education methods. It explores various teaching methodologies such as child-centered, questioning, group, storytelling, project-based, discussion, play, demonstration, and Montessori methods. The course also covers the selection of appropriate teaching methods and the importance of creating a conducive teaching and learning environment to foster effective early childhood education.

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52h
Study Time
13
Weeks
4h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
Early Childhood EducationTeaching MethodsChild-Centered LearningMontessori MethodPlay-Based Learning

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
📚
Math Level
No Math
🔬
Learning Type
Hands-on Practice

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Child-Centered Method

2

Questioning Method

3

Group Method

4

Storytelling Method

5

Project Method

6

Discussion Method

7

Play Method

8

Demonstration Method

9

Montessori Method

10

Activity Method

11

Role Playing Method

12

Phonic Method

13

Teaching and Learning Environment

Total Topics13 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

tutor-marked assessments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

final examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Computer Based Test

Career Opportunities

Explore the career paths this course opens up for you

Preschool Teacher

Apply your skills in this growing field

Early Childhood Educator

Apply your skills in this growing field

Daycare Provider

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Curriculum Developer

Apply your skills in this growing field

Educational Consultant

Apply your skills in this growing field

Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

EducationChildcareEarly Learning CentersSpecial EducationCurriculum Development

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1:

4h

Unit 1: Child Centered Method

2 study hours
  • •Read the unit content, focusing on the definition and merits of child-centered method.
  • •Complete Self Assessment Exercises 1 & 2 to test understanding.
  • •Reflect on how to implement child-centered strategies in a classroom.

Unit 2: Questioning Method

2 study hours
  • •Study the different types of questions and guidelines for good questioning.
  • •Analyze pre-primary school textbooks for examples of lower and higher-order questions.
  • •Practice formulating questions for various learning levels.
Week
2

Module 1:

4h

Unit 3: Group Method

2 study hours
  • •Examine the concept of grouping and different kinds of grouping techniques.
  • •Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of group method.
  • •Plan a group activity suitable for a pre-school setting.

Unit 4: Story Telling Method

2 study hours
  • •Explore the concept of storytelling and its rationale in early childhood education.
  • •Identify qualities of a good story and methods of telling vernacular and English stories.
  • •Prepare a short story suitable for pre-school children.
Week
3

Module 1:

2h

Unit 5: Project Method

2 study hours
  • •Define the concept of a project and its requirements for success.
  • •Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of project method.
  • •Plan a simple project suitable for pre-primary pupils.
Week
4

Module 2:

4h

Unit 1 Discussion Method

2 study hours
  • •Understand the concept of discussion method and its uses in pre-school.
  • •Review the discussion procedure and types of discussions.
  • •Prepare a discussion topic suitable for pre-school children.

Unit 2 Play Method

2 study hours
  • •Explore the concept of play and its evolution as a teaching method.
  • •Identify examples of pre-number experiences using play.
  • •Design a play-based activity for teaching a specific concept.
Week
5

Module 2:

4h

Unit 3 Demonstration Method

2 study hours
  • •Understand the concept of demonstration method and its application in pre-school.
  • •Explore the gestural method and hints for effective demonstration.
  • •Prepare a demonstration activity for a pre-school lesson.

Unit 4 Montessori Method

2 study hours
  • •Define Montessori method and its basic assumptions.
  • •Identify activities for reading and writing using Montessori method.
  • •Discuss the instructional advantages and disadvantages of the Montessori method.
Week
6

Module 2:

3h

Unit 5 Activity Method

3 study hours
  • •Understand the concept of activity method and its instructional advantages.
  • •Design activities for pre-school children.
  • •Discuss the merits and demerits of using activity method during instruction.
Week
7

Module 3:

3h

Unit 1 Role Playing Method

3 study hours
  • •Define role-playing and identify different types of role-playing methods.
  • •Explore the use of simulation, games, socio-drama, and dramatization in teaching.
  • •Design a game involving role-playing for a specific subject.
Week
8

Module 3:

3h

Unit 2 Phonic Method

3 study hours
  • •Understand the concept of phonics and its importance in reading programs.
  • •Design activities using the phonic method for pre-reading skills.
  • •Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of the phonic method.
Week
9

Module 3:

3h

Unit 3 Selection of Teaching Method

3 study hours
  • •Explore the views of learning theories on teaching methods.
  • •List and explain the factors affecting the choice of teaching methods.
  • •Apply these principles to the school curriculum.
Week
10

Module 3:

3h

Unit 4 Teaching and Learning Environment

3 study hours
  • •Define teaching, learning, and environment.
  • •Explore the forms of teaching and learning, including whole/part and rote/discovery learning.
  • •Identify the components of the teaching-learning environment.
Week
11

Module 1:

4h

Module 1 Review

4 study hours
  • •Review Module 1 units and complete all tutor-marked assignments.
  • •Focus on understanding the different teaching methods and their applications.
Week
12

Module 2:

4h

Module 2 Review

4 study hours
  • •Review Module 2 units and complete all tutor-marked assignments.
  • •Focus on understanding the different teaching methods and their applications.
Week
13

Module 3:

4h

Module 3 Review

4 study hours
  • •Review Module 3 units and complete all tutor-marked assignments.
  • •Focus on understanding the different teaching methods and their applications.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create flashcards for each teaching method, listing its advantages and disadvantages.

2

Practice designing lesson plans incorporating different teaching methods.

3

Review the factors affecting the choice of teaching methods and their applications.

4

Focus on understanding the core principles of child development and learning theories.

5

Practice answering essay questions on creating a conducive learning environment.

6

Develop mnemonics to remember key concepts and theories.

7

Create concept maps linking different teaching methods and their applications.

8

Review all tutor-marked assignments and feedback.

9

Allocate specific time slots for focused study sessions each week.

10

Join study groups to discuss challenging concepts and share insights.

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