Certificate Cource on STEAM Education
International Project for Capacity Development of Early Childhood Development Teachers (IPFCD)
Certificate Course on STEAM Education
Batch 02 : January – April, 2025
Message from Academic Leader
Dear Educators,
Excitement is in the air as we gear up for an extraordinary STEAM Education Lecture Series.
Get ready to be inspired by experts and well-educated educators who are set to fuel our journey into the dynamic world of STEAM. This isn’t just a series of lectures; it’s a global movement to revolutionise education.
Our ultimate purpose? To unite educators worldwide under the banner of STEAM Education. By joining forces, we aim to influence and educate, creating a ripple effect that transforms the way we teach and learn.
Calling on our colleagues from Asian countries and beyond – your presence is the key to making this initiative a resounding success. Let’s come together, break boundaries, and champion the cause of STEAM Education.
Mark your calendars, spread the word, and let’s pave the way for a future where innovation and education go hand in hand. See you there, ready to shape the educational landscape!
Mrs. M. Micaela Da Rocha Afonso Ventura
Academic Leader for
International Project for Capacity Development of ECCD Teachers in South Asian Countries
Getting “Excellence in International Contribution to Quality Education” award by the hand of Hon. Mr. Aslam Shaikh, MLA – Malad West Constituency, former Cabinet Minister, Govt. of Maharashtra, India at the International Conference on Quality Education – 2024, was held on January 20th – 24th, 2024 at Bharat Ratna Gaansamragyi Lata Mangeshkar Natya Gruha Auditorium in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India.
Ms. Usha Hariharan
Academic Lecture Facilitator
International Project for Capacity Development of ECCD Teachers in South Asian Countries
Ms. Siya Lund
Academic Lecture Facilitator
International Project for Capacity Development of ECCD Teachers in South Asian Countries
- Lectures Time Table
- Participants Name List
- Assessment and Evaluation sheet
- Participant feedback form
- View students feedback
- Application for Examination
- Applicants details
- Examination Number
- Exam Paper
- Answer sheets submitted
- Eligible list for Payments for Certificates
- Cost Estimate
- Payment Form
- Payment submission details
- Expenses details
- Final Results
Lecture 01
English medium
Lecture 01
Sinhala medium introduction
Lecture 01
Tamil medium introduction
STEAM Education
Lecture 01
English medium introduction
STEAM Education
Lecture 02
English Medium
STEAM Education
Lecture 02
Sinhala Medium
Lecture 02
Tamil Medium
Lecture 03 – Inquiry Based learning
English Medium
STEAM Education
Lecture 03 – Inquiry Based learning
Sinhala Medium
STEAM Education
Lecture 03 – Inquiry Based learning
Tamil Medium
STEAM Education – Lecture 4 – Science Exploration in ECE – Sinhala Medium
STEAM Education – Lecture 4 – Science Exploration in ECE – Tamil Medium
STEAM Education – Lecture 4 – Science Exploration in ECE – Reflection Session
STEAM Education – Lecture 5 – Mathematical Thinking in Play – Sinhala Medium
STEAM Education – Lecture 5 – Mathematical Thinking in Play – Tamil Medium
STEAM Education – Lecture 5 – Mathematical Thinking in Play – Reflection Session
STEAM Education – Lecture 6 – Technology Tools for ECE – English Medium
STEAM Education – Lecture 6 – Technology Tools for ECE – Tamil Medium
STEAM Education – Lecture 6 – Technology Tools for ECE – Reflection Session
STEAM Education – Lecture 7 – Engineering Concepts in ECE – English Medium
STEAM Education – Lecture 7 – Engineering Concepts in ECE – Sinhala Medium
STEAM Education – Lecture 8 – Role of Arts in STEM Education – English Medium
STEAM Education – Lecture 8 – Role of Arts in STEM Education – Sinhala Medium
STEAM Education – Lecture 8 – Role of Arts in STEM Education – Tamil Medium)
STEAM Education – Lecture 8 – Role of Arts in STEM Education – Reflection Session
STEAM Education – Lecture 09 – Music and Mathematics connections – Sinhala Medium
STEAM Education – Lecture 09 – Music and Mathematics connections – Tamil Medium
STEAM Education – Lecture 9 – Music and Mathematics connections- Reflection Session
STEAM Education – Lecture 10 – Visual Arts in Science – English Medium
STEAM Education – Lecture 10 – Visual Arts in Science – Sinhala Medium
STEAM Education – Lecture 10 – Visual Arts in Science – Tamil Medium
STEAM Education – Lecture 10 – Visual Arts in Science – – Reflection Session
STEAM Education – Lecture 11 – Drama and Engineering – English Medium
STEAM Education – Lecture 11 – Drama and Engineering – Sinhala Medium
STEAM Education – Lecture 11 – Drama and Engineering – Tamil Medium
STEAM Education – Lecture 11 – Drama and Engineering – Reflection Session
STEAM Education – Lecture 13 – Diversity in STEAM Education – English Medium
STEAM Education – Lecture 14 – Learning Styles in STEAM Education – English Medium
STEAM Education – Lecture 14 – Learning Styles in STEAM Education – Sinhala Medium
February Day Plan
An online lecture series will be conduct
ed on STEAM-Based Curriculum Development for Early Childhood Education. The preparation of weekly plans, daily plans, and lesson plans related to the first semester of early childhood education will be discussed in the lecture series.
Live lectures will be conducted on:
Saturday: 9:00 PM to 11:00 PM: Mind Mapping with Teachers (Teacher Teamwork)
Monday: 9:30 PM to 11:00 PM: Curriculum Designing for Early Childhood Education
Wednesday: 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM: Best Practices in Curriculum Development and Lesson Plans
Friday: 9:30 PM to 10:30 PM: Implementation of Teaching Methods in Classroom Activities
The semester will run from February to April. Teachers who participate in all lectures, complete assignments, and pass the final examination will qualify for the Advanced Diploma in STEAM Education (Level 03).
For more details: https://saia4eccd.org/steamadlevel03/
Click here to view Themes and Sub-Themes in the Year Plan.
Week: First Week
Theme for the Week: My Country
Sub-themes for the Days: Monday: Our Sri Lankan Flag, Tuesday: How We Celebrate Independence Day, Wednesday: Traditional Clothes We Wear, Thursday: Heroes Who Helped Sri Lanka, Friday: Unity of Nation
Identify Elements
- Selected Activities for the Week : English, Sinhala, Tamil
- Teaching Methods for Activities : English, Sinhala, Tamil
- Teaching Aids/Resources : English, Sinhala, Tamil
- Intelligences Focused :English, Sinhala, Tamil
- Chat Show of Summery of Multiple Intelligence : English, Sinhala, Tamil
- STEAM Implement to the Activities : English, Sinhala, Tamil
- SDG Integration : English, Sinhala, Tamil
- 21 century Skills : English, Sinhala, Tamil
- Greening Education : English, Sinhala, Tamil
English Medium
- Day Plan for February, First week, Monday
- Day Plan for February, First Week, Tuesday
- Day Plan for February, First Week, Wednesday
- Day Plan for February, First Week, Thursday
- Day Plan for February, First Week, Friday
Click here to Submit English medium Day Plans
Sinhala Medium
- Day Plan for February – First week, Monday
- Day Plan for February, First Week, Tuesday
- Day Plan for February, First Week, Wednesday
- Day Plan for February, First Week, Thursday
- Day Plan for February, First Week, Friday
Click here to submit Sinhala medium Day Plans
Month: February : Week: 2nd Week
Theme for the Week: Myself
Sub-themes for the Days: Monday: Identify Myself, Tuesday: My Family, Wednesday: My relatives, Thursday: My hobies, Friday: My Talents
Identify Elements
- Activities According to National Standards : English, Sinhala, Tamil
- Selected Activities for the Week: English, Sinhala, Tamil
- Teaching Methods for Activities : English, Sinhala, Tamil
- Teaching Aids/Resources : English, Sinhala, Tamil
- InteligenciesForcused : English, Sinhala, Tamil
- Chat Show of Summery of Multiple Intelligence : English, Sinhala, Tamil
- STEAM Implement to the Activities : English, Sinhala, Tamil
- SDG Integration : English, Sinhala, Tamil
- 21st century Skills : English, Sinhala, Tamil
- Greening Education : English, Sinhala, Tamil
English Medium
- Day Plan for February, Second Week, Monday,
- Day Plan for February, Second Week, Tuesday
- Day Plan for February, Second Week, Wednesday
- Day Plan for February, Second Week, Thursday
- Day Plan for February, Second Week, Friday
Click here to Submit English-medium Day Plans
Sinhala Medium
- Day Plan for February, Second Week, Monday ,
- Day Plan for February, Second Week, Tuesday
- Day Plan for February, Second Week, Wednesday
- Day Plan for February, Second Week, Thursday
- Day Plan for February, Second Week, Friday
Click here to submit Sinhala medium Day Plans
Tamil Medium
- Day Plan for February, Second Week, Monday ,
- Day Plan for February, Second Week, Tuesday
- Day Plan for February, Second Week, Wednesday
- Day Plan for February, Second Week, Thursday
- Day Plan for February, Second Week, Friday
Click here to submit Tamil medium Day Plans
Sharing Best Practices for “My Self” Theme in Early Childhood Education
Teacher’s Presentation for “My Self” Theme in Early Childhood Education
Month: February : Week: 3rd Week
Theme for the Week: My Preschool
Sub-themes for the Days: Monday: My Freinds, Tuesday: My Teacher, Wednesday: things in my preschool, Thursday: special places in my preschool, Friday: Stakholders of preschool (Who help to us)
Identify Elements
- Activities According to National Standards: English, Sinhala, Tamil
- Selected Activities and objectives: : English, Sinhala, Tamil
- Teaching Methods for Activities : English, Sinhala, Tamil
- Teaching Aids/Resources : English, Sinhala, Tamil
- Intelligences Focused : English, Sinhala, Tamil
- Chat Show of Summery of Multiple Intelligence : English, Sinhala, Tamil
- STEAM Implement to the Activities : English, Sinhala, Tamil
- SDG Integration : English, Sinhala, Tamil
- 21st century Skills : English, Sinhala, Tamil
- Greening Education : English, Sinhala, Tamil
English Medium
- Day Plan for February, Third Week, Monday ,
- Day Plan for February, Third Week, Tuesday
- Day Plan for February, Third Week, Wednesday
- Day Plan for February, Third Week, Thursday
- Day Plan for February, Third Week, Friday
Click here to Submit English medium Day Plan
Sinhala Medium
- Day Plan for February, Third Week, Monday ,
- Day Plan for February, Third Week, Tuesday
- Day Plan for February, Third Week, Wednesday
- Day Plan for February, Third Week, Thursday
- Day Plan for February, Third Week, Friday
Click here to submit Sinhala medium Day Plan
Tamil Medium
- Day Plan for February, Third Week, Monday ,
- Day Plan for February, Third Week, Tuesday
- Day Plan for February, Third Week, Wednesday
- Day Plan for February, Third Week, Thursday
- Day Plan for February, Third Week, Friday
Click here to submit Tamil medium Day Plan
Sharing Best Practices for “My Preschool” Theme in Early Childhood Education
Modern Teaching Approaches for “My Preschool” Theme in Early Childhood Education
Lecturer Note
Month: February : Week: 4th Week
Theme for the Week: Parts of Body
Sub-themes for the Days: Monday: Introduce the Parts of body, Tuesday: What do my body parts do?, Wednesday: Inner part of body, Thursday: Face emotion, Friday: Healthy body and safety
Click here to Download Resources and worksheets
Identify Elements
- Activities accroding to national Stanterds
- Selected Activities for the Week : English, Sinhala, Tamil
- Teaching Methods for Activities : English, Sinhala, Tamil
- Teaching Aids/Resources : English, Sinhala, Tamil
- Intelligences Focused : English, Sinhala, Tamil
- Chat Show of Summery of Multiple Intelligence : English, Sinhala, Tamil
- STEAM Implement to the Activities : English, Sinhala, Tamil
- SDG Integration : English, Sinhala, Tamil
- 21st century Skills : English, Sinhala, Tamil
- Greening Education : English, Sinhala, Tamil
English Medium
- Day Plan for January, Fourth Week, Monday ,
- Day Plan for January, Fourth Week, Tuesday
- Day Plan for January, Fourth Week, Wednesday
- Day Plan for January, Fourth Week, Thursday
- Day Plan for January, Fourth Week, Friday
- Teachers Contribution
Click here to Submit English medium Day Plan
Sinhala Medium
- Day Plan for January, Fourth Week, Monday ,
- Day Plan for January, Fourth Week, Tuesday
- Day Plan for January, Fourth Week, Wednesday
- Day Plan for January, Fourth Week, Thursday
- Day Plan for January, Fourth Week, Friday
- Teachers Contribution
Click here to submit Sinhala medium Day Plan
Tamil Medium
- National Standards
- Day Plan for January, Fourth Week, Monday
- Day Plan for January, Fourth Week, Tuesday
- Day Plan for January, Fourth Week, Wednesday
- Day Plan for January, Fourth Week, Thursday
- Day Plan for January, Fourth Week, Friday
- Teachers Contribution
Click here to submit Tamil medium Day Plan
Sharing Best Practices for “Parts of the Body” Theme in Early Childhood Education
Modern Teaching Approaches for “Parts of the Body” Theme in Early Childhood Education
Lecturer Note
STEAM Implementation for “Parts of the Body” Theme in Early Childhood Curriculum
Lecturer Note
2024 August – Bengaluru Conference
International Project for Capacity Development of Teachers; 2024 Sep – Nov
“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
Message from Dr. Rashmi Tyagi
Mrs. Meena Yammanur
Message from Mrs. Meena Yammanur to all
Educator with 25years of experience
Founder of MYLA
Author and Children Coach
Content and Curriculum Developer at Agile Shaala
Feedback Form
Feedback Summery
Mrs. Padhmaja Y V
Message From Mrs. Padhmaja Y V
13 years of experience in Kindergarten
Teacher, Educator and facilitator in teaching phonics
Sharada Vidyalaya Public School, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Feedback Form
Feedback summery
Mrs. Nathiya Jain. S
Message from Mrs. Nathiya Jain. S
Early Childhood Educationist
Headmistress, Agurchand Manmull Jain Balvatika,
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
Feedback Form
Feedback Summery
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
How can I be a Master Teacher, How can I be a Master Trainer
How can i Join with Whatsapp Channel
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
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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
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