Advanced Diploma In Early Childhood Education Course at Bosa Bosele Training Institute (BBTI)
What is Advanced Diploma In Early Childhood Education Course ?
This course aims to make one aware of the physical, psychological, and cognitive aspects of child development.
Advanced Diploma In Early Childhood Education Course at Bosa Bosele Training Institute (BBTI)
This course aims to make one aware of the physical, psychological, and cognitive aspects of child development. This course will also enable one to understand the basics of online early childhood education, STEAM learning for ECE, and play pedagogy.
Programme Information
- Programme PriceP76 150.00
- Programme Duration3 Years
Programme Outline
| Year | Semester | Modules |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | Semester 1 | GEC 101Introduction to Early Childhood EducationCOMMS 102Communication and Academic skillsICT 104Computer Fundamentals IDEE 101Health, Nutrition and Safety |
| Year 1 | Semester 2 | COMMS 103Communication and Academic skills IIICT 105Computer Fundamentals IIGEC 108Sociology of Early Childhood EducationDEE 102Introduction to Early Childhood Special Education |
| Year 2 | Semester 1 | GEC 202Early Childhood Curriculum Design and EvaluationDEE 201Music, Games and DancesDEE 202Parenting Young ChildrenDEE 203Introduction to Child Development |
| Year 2 | Semester 2 | DEE 204Language Development and Emerging LiteracyDEE 205Early Childhood ScienceGEC 205Instruction Design for Early Childhood EducationDEE 206Practicum in ECE Center (8 weeks) |
| Year 3 | Semester 1 | DEE 301Pre-MathematicsGEC 304Educational ResearchDEE 305Practicum in ECE II (8 weeks) |
| Year 3 | Semester 2 | GEC 301Management of Early Childhood ProgrammesGEC 306Assessment for Early Childhood EducationDEE 302Project |
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the challenges of early childhood education in Botswana?
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Some of the challenges affecting the provision of ECCE programs are low access to ECCE services, insufficient funding, shortage of trained teachers, high staff turnover, the relative absence of males in the ECCE sector, lack of public awareness and home support and language barriers.
What is the purpose of early childhood education in Botswana?
Learners will learn how to be responsive and effective caregivers to facilitate a child’s feelings of self-worth, independence and social-emotional resiliency. It aims to highlight the importance of providing the possible environment for their child’s learning and holistic development.
What is the biggest problem in early childhood education?
One of the biggest challenges facing early childhood education today is the lack of parental involvement. Without meaningful parent involvement, children are unable to develop crucial social and emotional skills that are essential for success in school and life.
What is the preschool curriculum in Botswana?
Curriculum- the school’s curriculum focuses on various aspects including Gross motor development, fine motor, and sensory development, Language Development, Social and Emotional Development, Numeracy skills, Early Writing skills, Art, and Music and Movement.
What is needed to start a preschool in Botswana?
Before the school is opened the following must be met:
- Sufficient number of classrooms.
- Minimum of eight toilets for both staff and students (separate for boys/men and women/girls)
- Sufficient water and electricity supply.
- Qualified Teachers (All teachers should have permits to teach in Botswana)