This programme is focused on providing educational practitioners with the knowledge and skills required to create inclusive learning environments guided by the national and international laws and policies in education for differently-abled students at primary level. This programme will also provide the participants with practical skills in designing instructional plans, assessment and evaluation for students who are differently-abled along with the basic competencies of a primary teacher.
General Entry Criteria
2 passes in A Level/HSC (At GCE A/L, a pass is considered E and above. HSSC pass is considered C and above.) OR
Attainment of a Level 4 qualification in a related field OR
Attainment of a Level 4 Foundation Study Program approved for the specific Diploma program.
Alternative Criteria
20 years old, completion of a Level 4 qualification (unrelated), and successful completion of an MQA-approved University Preparation Program OR
20 years old, completion of secondary school, 2 years of relevant work experience, and successful completion of an MQA-approved University Preparation Program
MVR 3,750 per month x 24 months
Upon successful completion of this programme participants will be able to:
Demonstrate knowledge of international and national policies, and theories of inclusive education
Identify the benefits of inclusive education
Investigate the challenges and barriers to inclusive education in schools and identify the strategies to face the challenges and break the barriers to provide equal educational opportunities and address the individual needs of the students
Reflect critically on issues in inclusive education and analyse perspectives regarding inclusion
Analyse the implementation of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) in inclusion
Demonstrate knowledge of the different types of learning disabilities and identify adaptations and modifications to the curriculum to address the diverse needs of students
Identify and modify different student behaviours pertaining to inclusive education
Incorporate ICT in delivering engaging and challenging learning
Demonstrate appropriate use of assessment and evaluation methods for students with diverse needs.