Orientation Bachelor of Early Childhood Education – Part-Time (ECE-MAJ)

Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS) is Singapore's newest autonomous university, offering a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs focused on social sciences, business, arts, behavioral sciences, science, technology, law, and lifelong learning. With a student population of over 14,000, SUSS caters to working adults and school leavers, emphasizing industry relevance and practical education. The university's organizational structure includes the SR Nathan School of Human Development, School of Business, School of Arts & Behavioral Sciences, School of Science & Technology, and more.

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1. Orientation Bachelor of Early Childhood Education Part-Time (ECE-MAJ) 2023 Dr Cynthia Lim - Deputy Head of ECE Programme cynthialimam@suss.edu.sg

2. Singapores newestAutonomous University ) aka public university What is SUSS? ( )

3. Is SUSS a new university? Singapore s newestAutonomous University ) No longer part of SIM group Before March 2017 Since March 2017

5. SUSS: General Organisational Structure President, Provost, Registrar Board of Trustees, Chancellor Deans of Schools, Directors Heads of Programmes Other staff 5

6. Singapore University of Social Sciences Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS) (SUSS) Organisation: SR Nathan School of Human Development Formerly known as SIM University, now no longer part of SIM Focus on social sciences and lifelong learning, industry relevance Cater to working adults and fresh school leavers More than 70 programmes (undergraduate and postgraduate) More than 14,000 students School of Business School of Arts & Behavioural Sciences School of Science & Technology College of Lifelong & Experiential Learning School of Law

7. Singapore University of Social Sciences Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS) (SUSS) Organisation: SR Nathan School of Human Development School of Business School of Arts & Behavioural Sciences School of Science & Technology Centre for University Core (CUC) College of Lifelong & Experiential Learning Common Core Subjects in humanities and social sciences School of Law

8. S R Nathan School of Human Development Transforming Lives, Serving Society School renamed on 22nd February 2018 as NSHD in honour of the late- President, Mr S R Nathan C-Three Counselling Centre Programmes in multiple disciplines (mix of undergrad & postgrad): Counselling Professional life coaching Expressive Arts Therapy Early Childhood Education Adult Learning Sports & Physical Education Outdoor Education Special Education Gerontology; Aging Studies Community Leadership & Social Development Non-Profit Management Human Resource Management Social Work 8

9. Available to all students https://www.suss.edu.sg/about-suss/centres/c-three

10. Singapore University of Social Sciences Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS) (SUSS) Organisation: Centres: Teaching and Learning Centre Make appointment with a writing coach, complete online course on Academic Integrity etc. SR Nathan School of Human Development School of Business School of Arts & Behavioural Sciences School of Science & Technology Centre for Applied Research Student SUcceSS Centre Student life, Career Development, Office of Entrepreneurship Centre for Chinese Studies @SUSS College of Lifelong & Experiential Learning School of Law Schools & College SUSS UniLEARN (an e-learning initiative for communities, free short courses)

11. Teaching and Learning Centre (TLC) supports YOU: Online Coursesglish Proficiency and Academic Writing Academic Integrity http://tlc.suss.edu.sg/integrity/ Find out what constitutes plagiarism and collusion, and how you might avoid committing plagiarism. Practise citing and referencing in the three main styles: APA, MLA, and Chicago Manual/Turabian, then test your knowledge with the online quizzes. For EC courses, all assignments will need you to use APA* referencing. Note-taking http://tlc.suss.edu.sg/note-taking/ Taking notes is a strategy you can use to help organise the influx of information. In the process, you may find that note taking helps you understand the information better. Learn how to note take well so that you can manage your studies more effectively. *APA = American Psychological Association

12. tlc.suss.edu.sg MODES OF ACADEMIC SUPPORT MODES OF ACADEMIC SUPPORT Workshops Workshops (on all 4 skills) Online Courses Online Resources Study skills Public Speaking skills Academic writing Assessment skills Academic Integrity Note-Taking Online Learning Space: curated articles and resources to broaden and deepen all 4 skills e-Resources by TLC English Proficiency Essential Skills for Self-directed Learning Personalised Personalised Coaching Services Services Coaching Academic Writing Self-help Resources Writing Coaches Speaking Coaches Writing Right Series Curated Academic and Research writing resources

13. For more information, please visit our website or email us. We look forward to hearing from you! tlc@suss.edu.sg tlc.suss.edu.sg Scan the QR code to visit the TLC website

14. SUSS Student Handbook & important/unique SUSS policies https://orientation.suss.edu.sg/student-guide 14

15. ACADEMICINTEGRITY Access our Academic Integrity Online Resource for pointers on how to avoid plagiarism, further resources for accurate referencing and citation, and details on the repercussions of breaching academic integrity at SUSS. Scan the QR code to access the resource http://tlc.suss.edu.sg/integrity/

16. Academic Integrity = not plagiarising other peoples writing Requires you to cite your sources in all your assignments (acknowledge where your ideas came from) Avoid copying and pasting text or images when you are drafting your assignments. Must use your own words and paraphrase 16

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18. Learn to read your Turn-it-in reports: Your references will be highlighted This is ok, not plagiarism 18

19. Learn to read your Turn-it-in reports: Your references will be highlighted This is ok, not plagiarism 19

20. Learn to read your Turn-it-in reports: other parts of your text should not be highlighted consecutively for rows This is NOT ok 20

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22. Pay attention to ECE assignment instructions

23. Pay attention to ECE assignment instructions

24. Use the Student Portal Gateway to: 1) Email 2) Timetable 3) Canvas 4) Library 5) Course registration 6) e-services 7) Counselling (C3) appointment 8) Helpdesk etc. etc. etc.

25. Important Numbers (Helpdesk) 25

26. Terminology Used in SUSS Terminology Used in SUSS programme = e.g., Bachelor of ... , Master of , Minor in Within each programme are courses (in poly, called modules ) HOP = head of programme TMA = Tutor-Marked Assignment ECA = End-of-Course Assignment EQP = Exam Question Paper DB = Discussion Board PCOQ = Pre-Course Quiz GBA = Group-Based Assignment OCAS = Overall Continuing Assessment (TMA + Quiz + DB) 50% weightage OES = Overall Exam score (i.e., exam or final paper ECA ) 50% weightage 26

27. Terminology Used in SUSS Terminology Used in SUSS programme = e.g., Bachelor of ... , Master of , Minor in Within each programme are courses (in poly, called modules ) HOP = head of programme TMA = Tutor-Marked Assignment DB = Discussion Board PCQ = Pre-Class Quiz GBA = Group-Based Assignment OCAS = Overall Continuing Assessment (TMA + Quiz + DB) 50% weightage ECA = End-of-Course Assignment EQP = Exam Question Paper OES = Overall Exam score (i.e., exam or final paper ECA ) 50% weightage PCQ (5%) due date is early check Canvas now Must pass OCAS and pass* OES to pass a course SUSS pass is 40% 27

28. To graduate To graduate from the entire from the entire undergraduate degree programme undergraduate degree programme you must obtain a cumulative GPA (CGPA) of 2.0 and not just pass courses at 40% Students will receive an Academic Warning (AW) letter from the Dean/NSHD if your CGPA falls below 2.0 and if this doesn t go up in the subsequent semester, you could get an Academic Termination (AT) Please read the latest Student Handbook thoroughly 28

29. Pay attention to Academic Calendar Pay attention to Academic Calendar 29

30. Pay attention to Academic Calendar Pay attention to Academic Calendar Check when the e-course registration (eCR) and Add/Drop period is when you can declare a Minor when / how you can appeal for courses or post-exam results Please read the latest Student Handbook thoroughly 30

31. Pay attention to Academic Calendar Pay attention to Academic Calendar 31

32. Structure of the Academic Year & Nature of Courses July Semester January Semester Term 1 Term 2 Seminars weeks 1- 4 Seminars weeks 7-8 Weeks 9- 12 Seminars 6 weeks Seminars 6 weeks White space wk 5 & 6 As a part-time student, you choose which course you would like to take and when; Semeste r Break & Pre- Course Prep Semeste r Break & Pre- Course Prep Revision & EXAMS Revisio n & EXAMS White space Full Time Day classes Minors and electives in evening Full Time Day classes Minors and electives in evening Part Time* 7 10 pm classes Part Time* 7 10 pm classes Maximum course load is 4 courses (20 credit units) ECA due e.g. week 12 Students access Canvas on their own * Part Time* 7 10 pm classes Part Time* 7 10 pm classes All EC courses are 5 cus each

33. Structure of the Academic Year & Nature of Courses January Semester January Semester Courses A, B C, D will all start in Week 1 of the 12-week semester 1. Term 1 Term 2 Seminars weeks 1- 4 Seminars weeks 7-8 Weeks 9- 12 Seminars 6 weeks 2. Each course has 6 classes (7pm 10pm) 3. You will have white space to work on assignments and other group work etc. Seminars 6 weeks White space wk 5 & 6 Semeste r Break & Pre- Course Prep Semeste r Break & Pre- Course Prep Revision & EXAMS Revisio n & EXAMS White space Full Time Day classes Minors and electives in evening Full Time Day classes Minors and electives in evening Part Time* 7 10 pm classes Part Time* 7 10 pm classes ECA due e.g. week 12 Students access Canvas on their own * Part Time* 7 10 pm classes Part Time* 7 10 pm classes ECA due wk 11 or 12 (if no exam) Weeks in a term (typical course assessment) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9-12 Qui z due TMA due Discussion Board(DB) or GBA due anytime

34. Structure of the Academic Year & Nature of Courses July 2023 Semester Jan 2024 Semester Seminars for 6 out of 12 weeks Seminars for 6 out of 12 weeks June Semester Break & Pre- Course Prep Dec Semester Break & Pre- Course Prep Part Time 7 10 pm classes Revision & EXAMS Revision & EXAMS Part Time 7 10 pm classes

35. Canvas = the name of our learning management system (you download/upload assignments and readings etc.) https://canvas.suss.edu.sg/ Start reading your study guide and textbook/readings to prepare for the seminars. No lectures face-to-face, only interactive/discussion-based seminars to clarify your understanding and discuss applications Look out for TMA instructions released about 1 week before first seminar so that you can already start preparing for the assignment. 35

36. Blended Learning Students receive study materials weeks before the first face-to-face seminar for self-study SUSS textbook bulk purchased for students Online quiz (PCQ) assessment prior to first seminar Instructions for assignments released early Download the e-textbook to Vital Source Bookshelf during the course and have 8 years access Every course in the undergrad programmes has a study guide like this: 36

37. Walk through Canvas 37

38. SUSS is using more e-books. There are very few print copy textbooks Some courses may not have e-textbooks as the publisher has not produced them these print copy textbooks will be couriered to your address Look out for textbook courier announcement in Student Portal ECE100 has two textbooks but most courses only have at most 1

39. Bachelor of Early Childhood Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (with Minor) Education (with Minor) Programme Overview: PART-TIME MODE - since 2011, offered with SEED Institute (2017 onwards, solely SUSS) Jan & July intakes annually (only L2 certified EC teachers) Size of annual intake : 100-120 Currently there are about 500 students in the system (not graduated) Average time taken to graduate : 4.5 years 39

40. Bachelor of Early Childhood Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (with Minor) Education (with Minor) Part-Time Programme Structure: Students are required to complete a total of 130 credit units ( cu) to graduate with a basic degree. The breakdown of the 130cu is: 65 cu of Compulsory & Elective ECE Major Courses 10 cu of SUSS core courses 15 cu of General Electives (GSP100) 40 cu of Minor (declare early) Most courses are in 5-cu units 40

41. Curriculum Plan (CP): Curriculum Plan (CP): Always check the portal for the latest version https://www.suss.edu.sg/programmes/detail/bachelor- of-early-childhood-education-with-minor-ece-maj Download the pdf curriculum plan to help you chart courses to take 41

42. EC teaching staff Associates (part-time): Prof Christine Chaille Dr Peter Whiteman Dr Ingrid Anderson Dr Sally Guyon A/P Dora Chen Ms Leong Pik San Dr Loke Har Tshin Ms Emily Ho Ms Caroline Essame Ms Geeta Velu Ms Narayana Pushpavalli Ms Lynn Heng Ms Lynn Wong Dr Meghan Raimundo Prof Tata Mbugua Ms Chin Hui Wen Ms Adeline Koh Ms Serena Park Dr Cheryl Seah Ms Cheong Su Fen and other field/project supervisors Full-time staff: A/P Sirene Lim A/P Sum Chee Wah Dr G. Kaveri Dr Cynthia Lim Dr Li Jiayao Ms Jacquelynn Wong Ms Choy Mian Yee Ms Yvonne Tan 42

43. Public ECE Events at SUSS You are invited! We organise events all throughout the year. Creating a space for ECE practitioners, academics, professionals, researchers to learn & dialogue together 11 November 2023 NSHD 5thAnniversary celebration Everyday Play, Everyday Creativity intergenerational play event @ One Punggol 30 September 2023 ECE symposium for Chinese Language teachers (organised by Centre for Chinese Studies) Towards inclusive ECE 18 November 2023 inaugural SUSS ECE Conference Rethinking Play and Learning: Creating Joyful Experiences 1.Prof Jennifer Zosh (Penn State University) keynote title Playful Learning: Applying Lessons from the Science of Learning 2.Prof Jocelyn Nuttall (currently moving from Australian Catholic University to University of Canterbury in Christchurch, NZ) - keynote title Leadership development and the myth of teamwork in early childhood centres

44. Public ECE Events at SUSS Look out for our email announcements for you to sign up! We organise events all throughout the year. Creating a space for ECE practitioners, academics, professionals, researchers to learn & dialogue together Check out SUSS Early Childhood Education Playlist on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLTjVXsR67KbDrcL7rtemnd5jh0HTtM P3F

46. Join the SUSS Early Childhood Education Interest Group (ECE IG) - student-led initiatives, sharing sessions etc. 46