Bachelor of Teaching in Primary and Inclusive Education
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Programme Details
Introduction
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
Core Modules
Year 1
English for Primary Teaching
Principles and Practices of Science Education
Mathematics Education I
Educational Psychology
Assessment and Evaluation in Primary
Introduction to Art and Craft
Maldivian Language and Culture in Time
Teaching Practicum I
Diploma in Primary Teaching will be awarded after the completion of the first year
Year 2
Introduction to SEN and Disabilities
Inclusive Education: Theories, Policies and Models
Curriculum and Pedagogy for Inclusive Education
English I
Algebra, Function and Statistics
Teaching and Learning Strategies
ICT Skills for Teaching and Learning
Process and Pedagogy for Reading and Text Construction
Advanced Diploma in Primary Teaching will be awarded after the completion of the second year
Year 3
Early Intervention and Behaviour Management
Curriculum Adaptations: Sensory and Physical Disabilities
Curriculum Adaptations: Additional Learning Needs
Curriculum Adaptations: Developmental Disabilities
Mathematics Education II
Co-teaching and Collaboration: Building Partnerships for Inclusive Education
Integrated Science
Teaching Practicum II
- Course fee: MVR 3,750 per month x 36 months
(MVR 2,308 per month under the government free first degree scheme) 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.