�Certificate in Preschool Mother Tongue Language Teaching � Malay (Classroom & Synchronous)�
About This Course
�1. Through the Certificate in Preschool Mother Tongue Language Teaching � Malay (CPMTL-M), educators will:
a) develop spoken language skills to communicate effectively in the Malay Language;
b) enhance their knowledge about the Malay culture, heritage and history in Singapore.
c) acquire theoretical and practical knowledge about the learning of the Malay Language for young children;
d) learn to use the Nurturing Early Learners Framework for Mother Tongue Languages effectively for developing children�s Malay language literacy; and
e) enhance their skills in integrating music, dance, drama and children�s literature in teaching of the Malay language, culture and heritage to young children.�
What You'll Learn
Module Synopses
Grammar for Effective Communication in Malay:
This module reinforces in students their core skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing in Malay. They will also learn the technicalities of the language like Malay word classification and formation of words, grammar, syntax, phonology and semantic, enabling them to speak effectively. The module will also introduce students to the different styles of writing, allowing them to communicate effectively with parents and other stakeholders
Introduction to Malay Literature for Young Children:
In this module, students will learn the types and genre of Malay literature, development of Malay Literature and be introduced to the prominent Malay authors. Students will also be introduced to classic and modern Malay literature for children, giving them the opportunity to explore and evaluate classical and contemporary literature materials in Malay designed for children. Students will explore the differences and similarities of those texts. Students will be introduced to visual literacy and will be learning how it can be used to support children�s learning. Through this module, students will also learn about the Malay community, where students will be encouraged to integrate their learning to create suitable learning opportunities for children to use the language.�
Entry Requirements
Diploma in Early Childhood Care & Education - Teaching (DECCE-T) or acceptable equivalent and minimum B4 grade in GCE O-level Malay and C6 grade in GCE O-level English (EL1);
Advanced Certificate in Early Childhood Care & Education (ACECCE), with minimum GPA 3.5, and 3 GCE O-level credits, including minimum B4 grade in GCE O-level Malay and C6 grade in GCE O-Level English (EL1) and one year of work experience; Higher Nitec in Early Childhood Education, with minimum GPA 3.0, minimum B4 grade in GCE O-level Malay and C6 grade in GCE O-level English (EL1) and one year of work experience.