“International Project for Capacity Development of Early Childhood Development Teachers (IPFCD)
September – November, 2024 (Part 2)
(Click here to watch part 01 Lecture series)
The South Asian International Association for Early Childhood Care and Development, in collaboration with the ECCD authorities of the provinces of Sri Lanka, is implementing the ‘International Project for Capacity Development of Early Childhood Development Teachers’ (IPFCD). Through this project, an online lecture series will be conducted on:
- STEAM Education in Early Childhood Education
- Modern Approaches in Early Childhood Education
- Best Practices of STEAM in Early Childhood Education
- Early Childhood Education in Other Countries
- Communication Skills Development in the English Language
Lectures will be conducted in:
- English
- Sinhala
- Tamil
Participants will be qualified as modern ECCD teachers with new pedagogical approaches and up-to-date knowledge in early childhood education. They will gain comprehensive knowledge on STEAM Education and be empowered with best practices in ECCD from other South Asian countries.
ECCD teachers can register for the lecture series by submitting an application. This is a completely free lecture series for ECCD teachers in South Asian countries.
At the end, participants’ competencies will be evaluated, and those who complete all the lectures successfully will receive an “Advanced Certificate in STEAM Education and Modern Approaches.”
In addition, ECCD teachers have the opportunity to receive certification as:
- Qualified with 21st Century Skills
- Qualified to Lead a STEAM-Based ECCD Center
- Master Teacher in STEAM Education
ECCD centers can obtain certification as a:
- “STEAM-Implemented ECCD Center”
Colobaration Partnership Guidence and Supervision
Mr. Dusmantha Rajapaksha
Provincial Director (ECCD)
Pre School Unit, Department of Education,
Western Province
Mr. T. K. Gunathilaka
Provincial Director (ECCD)
ECCD Unit, Ministry of Education
Central Province
Mr. Chandrasiri Disanayaka
Provincial Director (ECCD)
ECCD Unit, Ministry of Education
Uwa Province, Sri Lanka
Mr. Nilantha Ekanayaka
Provincial Director (ECCD)
ECCD Unit, Department of Education,
North Central Province, Sri Lanka.
Project Management
Project Director (IPFCD)
Mr. Janaka Kamalgoda
President
IAFQE/SAIA4ECCD
Project Manager (IPFCD)
Ms. Wathsala Presangani
Director
SAIA4ECCD/IAFQE
Academic Lecture Facilitators
Dr. Rashmi Tyagi – India
Vice president Peace and Welfare foundation
Eminent Educationist
Doctorate, IIT Roorkee, India
IIM trained CBSE School principal
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Mrs. Meena Yammanur
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Educator with 25years of experience
Founder of MYLA
Author and Children Coach
Content and Curriculum Developer at Agile Shaala
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Mrs. Padhmaja Y V
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13 years of experience in Kindergarten
Teacher, Educator and facilitator in teaching phonics
Sharada Vidyalaya Public School, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
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Mrs. Nathiya Jain. S
Message from Mrs. Nathiya Jain. S
Early Childhood Educationist
Headmistress, Agurchand Manmull Jain Balvatika,
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
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Provincial Coordinators
Ms. Asitha Samarapali
Development Officer
Preschool Unit,
Department of Education,
Western Province
Mr. Indika Bandara
Development Officer
ECCD Unit,
Ministry of Education
Central Province
Academic Translate Facilitators and Writers
Ms. Sujani Iresha Sivashanker
Ms. Rozaana Hameed
Mr. Dishan Jeganathan
Ms. Shehwar Suhair
Ms. Ponniah Suganthi
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Assessments And Evaluations
Click here to the Assignment list
පැවරුම් ලැයිස්තුව සිංහල මාධ්යයෙන් කියවීමට මෙතන ක්ලික් කරන්න
பணிகளைச் சமர்ப்பிக்க இங்கே கிளிக் செய்யவும்
Submit Assignments to get Certificate on STEAM Education
පැවරුම් ඉදිරිපත් කිරීමට මෙතන ක්ලික් කරන්න
Click here to submit Assignments
பணிப் பட்டியலை சிங்கள மொழியில் படிக்க இங்கே கிளிக் செய்யவும்
“All teachers who complete the continuous assessments and the final examination are eligible to receive the Intermediate Level 02 Certificate in STEAM Education.
All teachers who complete both Part 01 and Part 02 of the lecture series, along with the continuous assessments and the final examination, are eligible to receive the “Advanced Certificate in STEAM Education.”
Do you like to be a Master Teacher on STEAM Education?
All teachers who complete continuous assessments and the final examination are eligible to receive certificates. In addition, they can obtain certification as a Master Teacher in STEAM Education if they fulfill the following requirements:
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Submit a Recorded Video Series: Show how you implement STEAM concepts in your ECCD Center. At least 25 videos should be uploaded, covering different topics.
- When recording, first show your face to confirm that it is your lesson.
- When uploading, include a brief introduction explaining which STEAM concepts you have implemented. Also, write down your name and the name of your ECCD Center.
- Alternative Submission: If any ECCD teacher is unable to record activities in their ECCD center, they can select 7 activities from the STEAM Education in South Asian Countries Facebook Group. By playing the video, they can analyze the activity, identifying which STEAM Education theories have been implemented, the strengths of the activity, and areas for improvement. can upload 7 videos. in addition to that they can upload 7 videos explaining 5 week plans and 10 lesson plans. The presentation should be at least 15–20 minutes. You need to upload a total of 25 videos with combination of above 3 types.
- Click here to upload your kids activities videos to Facebook Group (upload only the activites which you done in ECCD Centers)
- Click here to submit details of your uploaded videos
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Presentations: You need to complete a minimum of 6 presentations on any 6 topics, explaining the content of the lectures. Presentations can be done in Sinhala, Tamil, or English, and each video should be 20–30 minutes long. (Each module should include at least 2 presentations. Lecturers’ PowerPoint slides can be used.)
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Weekly Plans: Prepare 5 videos explaining STEAM-based weekly plans for at least 5 themes.
- Click here to upload your presentation videos to Facebook Group (upload only the your presentations related to module 01, 03 and week plan presentations)
- Click here to submit details of your uploaded presentations
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Upload Requirements:
- All videos related to activities with children should be uploaded to the STEAM Education in South Asian Countries Facebook Group.
- All videos showcasing your knowledge on theories, concepts, approaches, and best practices in STEAM education should be uploaded to the STEAM Education – Teachers’ Presentations Facebook Group.
Do you like to be a Master Trainer on STEAM Education?
ECCD teachers have opportunities to become Master Trainers in STEAM Education, fulfilling the academic requirements.
- A video series explaining all lectures related to Module 01, Modul 02 and Module 03 should have been uploaded.
- Local and international performance on Quality ECCD Education should be evaluated.
- Candidates should have a diploma or higher qualification related to ECCD or an NVQ Level 4 qualification.
- Candidates should have a minimum of three years of teaching experience.
- Candidates should have completed Master Teacher qualification before the certificate awarding date.
Upload videos and submit details
- Click here to upload your presentation videos related to module 03 lecture series
- Submit details of your uploaded videos related to lecture series
- After you submit 5 videos you will get permission to upload your videos even to YouTube channel under playlist of your name
Do you want to get special accreditation and international certification as STEAM implemented ECCD Center
Click here for more details
Resource Materials
Module 03 – Lesson Plan – Part 02
Compulsory Assignment
Identify Activities for any Theme and sub Themes
Part 02: Module 03 : Lecture 05 – Lesson Plan Model (Part – 3)
Resource Materials – English pdf
Resource Materials – English
Resource Materials – Sinhala
Resource Materials – Tamil