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Initial Teacher Preparation Programmes
- National Institute of Education
Foundation Programmes Office, NIE
About NIE
Vision: To be an Institute of Distinction
NIE has a critical role in meeting the changing needs of the education system.
NIE also provides educational research and consultancy services to MOE, schools and
the wider education community.
Staff Statistics
Teaching Staff: > 350• Doctoral (69%)• Masters (25%)• Degree / Professionals (6%)
Student Statistics (2005 - 2006)
Total Enrolment: > 8000• Pre-service
PGDE (Sec): 1100 PGDE (Pri): 290 Degree: 1090 Dip Ed: 580
• In-service and Postgraduate (the rest)
Foundation Programmes Office
Developing Education
Professionals: Leaders in the
Service of Learners
Mission
Foundation Programmes Office
Framework for Initial Teacher Education
Programmes
Innovation Independent learning
Critical thinking, Commitment and
Service.
Programme Level for Teaching
Duration
PGDE (Pri)PGDE (Sec)
PrimarySecondary
1 year (2 years for PE)
BA (Ed)BSc (Ed)
PrimarySecondary
4 years
Diploma in Education
Primary 2 years
Initial Teacher Education Programmes
Academic Subjects
Key Areas of Study
Practicum
Education Studies
Curriculum Studies
Subject Knowledge Language Enhancements & Academic Discourse Skills
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Develop key concepts and principles in education for effective instruction and
reflective practice
Education Studies
Include topics such as• Pupil development• Social context of education • Psychology for teaching & learning • Classroom management • Use of ICT in teaching
Education Studies
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Reinforce subject content mastery for primary school
teaching
Subject Knowledge
Subject contents offered
Subject Knowledge
Art English Language Mathematics Music Science
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Equip student teachers with methods and approaches to
teach different subjects.
Curriculum Studies
Programme No. of TeachingSubjects
PGDE (Primary)PGDE (Secondary)
32
Diploma in Education
3
B.A.(Ed) / B.Sc (Ed) (Pri)
3
B.A. (Ed) / B.Sc. (Ed) (Sec)
2
Curriculum Studies
Art English Language Mother Tongue Languages Mathematics Music Physical Education Science Social Studies
Curriculum Studies: Primary
English Language Mother Tongue
Languages
Biology Chemistry Design & Technology Mathematics Physics
Computer Applications Elements of Office
Administration Family & Consumer
Sciences Physical Education
Art Economics English Literature Geography History Music
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Curriculum Studies: PGDE (Sec)
Dependent on subjects studied at university
Language Enhancements & Academic Discourse Skills
•Basic language and voice skills
•Academic writing skills
LEADS modules• Communication Skills for
Teachers• Academic Discourse Skills• English for Academic &
Professional Purposes
Language Enhancements & Academic Discourse Skills
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• Develop understanding of fundamental concepts and principles in specific disciplines.
• Degree programmes.
Academic Studies
For BA (Ed)
Academic Subjects - Degree
English Language English Literature Geography History
Art Chinese Language Chinese Literature Drama Malay Language Malay Literature Music
Academic Subjects - Degree
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Biology Chemistry Mathematics Physics
Family and Consumer Science
Physical Education and Sports Science
For BSc (Ed)
Practicum
• Teaching competencies are developed on site in schools/JCs
• Mentoring by Co-operating Teachers together with NIE staff
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Group Endeavours in Service Learning
• All student-teachers
• Community projects in arts, cultural, education, environment, health, sports, others
• Complete within 1st year of studies (except degree) • Facilitated by academic staff
• Project Work Assessment as reference framework
Thank You