Early Childhood Education in India

🎓 Discover the Foundation of Learning: Early Childhood Education in India

Course Introduction

Early Childhood Education (ECE) is a vital aspect of child development, encompassing the period from infancy to the age of eight. This foundational stage is crucial for laying down strong cognitive and social skills that will benefit a child throughout their life. 🌍🧒

Course Objectives

By completing this course, you will:

• Evaluate Historical Influence: Understand the contributions of philosophers and educationists like Jean Jacques Rousseau, F.W. August Froebel, Maria Montessori, Gijubhai Bhadeka, and Tarabai Modak to early childhood education. 📚

• Design ECE Programs: Learn how to plan an early childhood education centre and program, including infrastructure, staffing, admission procedures, and record-keeping. 🏫

• Understand Developmental Goals: Gain insights into the developmental objectives and activities appropriate for the early childhood period. 🧠

• Assess Growth: Know how to assess children's development and learning effectively. 📈

Course Contents

Unit-I: Perspective on Early Childhood Education and Planning of the Centre and Programme

1. NEP 2020 Insights: Explore the recommendations of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 on Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE). 🇮🇳📚

2. Philosophers' Impact: Delve into the contributions of historical figures in shaping ECE philosophies. 🏺

3. Centre Planning: Understand the essentials for setting up an ECE centre, from physical environment to staffing and admissions. 🛠️

4. Programme Development: Learn how to prepare programmes, including activities and curricula that cater to young minds. 🎨

Unit-II: Comprehensive Child Development

1. Cognitive Skills: Explore activities and environments that foster cognitive development in early childhood. 🧠

2. Emotional Growth: Discover strategies to support emotional development, preparing children for social interactions. 💖

3. Physical Health: Understand the importance of physical activity and nutrition for a child's healthy growth. 🏃‍♂️

4. Social Skills: Learn how to facilitate social skills in a play-based learning environment. 🤝

Course Resources

This course is enriched by a comprehensive list of readings from esteemed authors and organizations:

• Ministry of Women and Child Development, MHRD, GOI: "National Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) Curriculum Framework" and "Quality Standards for ECCE."

• NCERT Guides: "A Guide for Nursery School Teachers," "Stimulation Activities for Young Children," and more.

• A wide array of texts by eminent educators like Rukmini Rao, Geeta Pankajam, and Brijesh Singh.

Join us on this educational journey to understand the intricacies of early childhood education in India, guided by the expertise of Dr. Geeta Pankajam and other leading scholars in the field. 🌟🏫

Enroll now and take your first step towards becoming an expert in shaping the future through Early Childhood Education! 🌱📲