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EARLY

CHILDHOOD
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Early
Childhood Education (Hons)
The HELP BECE (Hons) Program is the professional preparation for early
childhood educators and carers. Professionally, BECE graduates are
recognized as Edu-Carers. The Edu-Carers education centres on the
provision of culturally, socially and developmentally appropriate nursery
and kindergarten programs.
C U R R I C U LU M C Y
B EC E CLE
THE

The program is spiral and integrated in scope and


content. It begins with a broad base, progressively
becoming learning-outcome based, and finally links
SCHOOL, SOCIETY AND HOME
school achievement with society and home as shown
YEAR 3
in the list of subjects.
KINDERGARDEN PROGRAM PREPARATION
Qualified Academic Standing YEAR 2
Graduate Edu-carers are academically strong,
professionally competent and personally motivated NURSERY PROGRAM PREPARATION
with national and international recognition for YEAR 1
admission to postgraduate studies such as MA/MEd
and PhD.
Career Opportunities for Edu-carers
Professional Traits of Best Practice The BECE (Hons) program enables graduates to
Knowledge and understanding of child-centred pursue several employment opportunities in addition
pedagogy to the Edu-carer careers in multi-sectoral settings.
Mastery of play-based, thematic, integrated ECE Operators and administrators of care and education
curriculum centres, art-craft-music clubs, play groups
Strong in the provision of project-based and Organizers and conductors of recreation activities:
experiential learning birthdays, holiday camps, excursions
Competent in lesson planning and implementation Manufacturers and promoters of learning materials
skills and resources; toys and games; food products
Regular practice in observation, recording and Writers and illustrators of stories, rhymes and poems;
progress profiling of every child learning-teaching aids; TV, ICT & multimedia
Integration of practice and principles based on ECE programs
knowledge and understanding Education facilitators in a variety of settings:
The BECE (HONS) Programme is MQA Accredited (REF: A10104)
Kekuatan: Program dikatakan membekal pengetahuan dan kemahiran teoritikal yang mencukupi kepada para graduan untuk Contribute to the development of early childhood museums, galleries, science centres, zoos, hospitals,
meneroka perkembangan-perkembangan terkini serta keperluan semasa profesionalisme bidang pendidikan awal kanak-kanak. education. welfare homes.

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Nature and Scope of the Edu-carers Profession
Promotion of young childrens maximum learning
developmental profile and program evaluation
Advocate play as the right pedagogy in best practice
LIST OF SUBJECTS
outcomes that lead to their overall balanced integrated with child development theories
YEAR ONE: NURSERY PROGRAM PREPARATION
development in partnership with their parents Explore a wide range of ideas on the thematic
1. BECE101/1 Child Development 1 (The Growing MPU4 MPU 3 1 elective from 4 courses
constitutes the nature and scope of the BECE integrated child-centred curriculum Developing Child) MPU3313 Comparative Ethics for Malaysia
(Hons) program. The primary concern is about how Cultivate a sense of commitment and aspiration to 2. BECE102/1 Early Childhood Education and Curriculum 1 MPU3323 Malaysian Constitution
Edu-carers ensure that every child grows healthy become dedicated Edu-carers (Play and Learning Experiences) MPU3333 Malaysian Digital Transformation
and strong, emerging confident, disciplined and Appreciate and accept the challenges of 3. BECE106/1 Observation and Assessment I (The MPU3343 Career Pathways in the Field of Behavioural
independent as they become interested in books entrepreneurship and the wide business opportunities Nursery Program) Sciences in Malaysia
and learning, and literate - mixing with other children in the early childhood industry MPU1 MPU3123 Tamadun Islam dan Tamadun Asia (TITAS) 7. BECE103 Sociology of Education
MPU2 MPU3113 Hubungan Etnik 8. BECE208 Health, Safety and Nutrition for Young
and getting ready for primary school. Contribute significantly to the development of early
4. BECE207/1 Young Childrens Literature Children
childhood scholarship.
5. BECE205/1 Young Children s Visual Arts Program: Art 9. BECE206 Music and Movement in Early Childhood
Highlights of the Student-Educators Learning
and Craft MPU5 MPU4 1 elective from 3 courses
Experience Adherence to ECE Principles and Practice MPU3 MPU 2 1 elective from 3 courses MPU3412 Co-curriculum Sport 2
A
 cquire knowledge and understanding of the Subjects listed are MQA regulated with Best Practice as MPU3213 Bahasa Kebangsaan A MPU3422 Co-curriculum Community Service
foundations of early childhood education, young the integration of early childhood principles and practice. MPU3223 Leadership and Life Skills MPU3432 Co-curriculum Event Management 2
childrens curriculum and the contemporary Examples: 16 weeks teaching practicum and the MPU3233 Leadership in Business
societal issues and trends linking home, school and Independent Inquiry. 6. BECE105/1 Development of Education
society
M
 aster and internalize the skills, strategies and Minimum Fulfilment of 120 Credit Hours and Pass the
techniques of nine areas of the early childhood 36 Subjects YEAR TWO: KINDERGARTEN PROGRAM PREPARATION
education curriculum 26 major ECE subjects 10. BECE206/1 Teaching Young Children English 17. BECE203/1 Science and Technology in Early Childhood
E
 nsure that successful learning takes place for 2 workplace practicums: nursery and kindergarten 11. BECE210/1 Managing Young Childrens Behaviours 18. BECE204/1 Social and Environment Studies in Early
themselves through observation and data collation 2 free ECE electives 12. BECE308/1 Practicum 1: Nursery Experience Childhood
techniques and skills required for assessment, 1 compulsory ECE elective  The 8 Weeks ECCE Experience (2 weeks: 1 19. BECE213/1 Teaching Young Children Bahasa Malaysia
progress profiling of learners along the age groups 5 MPU subjects credit hour) 20. BECE215/1 Physical and Health
13. BECE101/2 Child Development II (Learning Experiences Education in Early Childhood
and Development) 21. 1 elective from 2 courses
14. BECE102/2 Early Childhood Education and Curriculum II BECE214/1 Teaching Young Children Chinese
(Purpose Play and Preschool Programs) BECE211/1 Introduction to Special Education
15. BECE106/2 Observation and Assessment II BECE311/1 Introduction to Learning Disabilities
(The Kindergarten Program)
16. BECE202/1 Mathematics in Early Childhood

YEAR THREE: SCHOOL, SOCIETY AND HOME


22. BECE309/1 Practicum II: Kindergarten Practice BECE310/1 Introduction to Play Therapy
T
 he 8 Weeks ECE Experience (2 weeks: 1 26. BECE301/1 Education of the Gifted and Talented
credit hour) 27. BECE302/1 Management of Early Childhood Programs
23. BECE313/1 Independent Inquiry 28. BECE306/1 Parenting Young Children
24. BECE303/1 Issues of Early Childhood Education (Ethics 29. 1 elective from 2 courses
and Professionalism, Accessibility and
BECE304/1 School-Community Relationships
Quality)
BECE307/1 Globalism and Multiculturalism for Children
25. 1 elective from 3 courses
30. BECE312/1 ECCE Entrepreneurship
BECE211/1 Introduction to Special Education
BECE311/1 Introduction to Learning Disabilities 31. BECE216/1 Childrens Theatre

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Delivery Modes Practicum Centre Log Book
The ECCE teaching team is exceptionally strong in the Teacher Record Book
application of principles of best practice. TP Supervisors Lesson Observations
All lessons are experiential and empirical in scope Cooperative Teachers Report
Centre-based observations are included in most
assignments Entry Requirements
Lesson plans have trial-runs with a small group of One of the following:
children HELP Diploma in Business/Information Technology/
Theoretical engagement with research evidence is Foundation in Arts or Foundation in Science
implicit STPM/A-Level passes in 2 subjects or with a CGPA of 2.00
Reflection is an inclusive component of practice. Senior Middle Three (SM3) or UEC with a minimum
E-learning is the mode through which lecture notes and grade B in 5 subjects
assignment guidelines will be given. Recommended 5 CPU (Canadian Pre-University) passes with a
readings will be given online. Additional reading minimum average of 50%
materials are available for purchase in the department. SAM (South Australian Matriculation)/TEE (Tertiary
Entrance Education) with a university aggregate of 50%
Assessment Modes Equivalent Diploma, Foundation or Matriculation
To reflect the focus of the BECE program on Edu-carers qualification
education, a range of assessment modes are carried out. Minimum of 24 scores in the International
The three general modes of assessment apply to most Baccalaureate
subjects: Victorian Certificate of Education with a minimum
Mid-term test average of 50%
Assignment Other equivalent qualification approved/accredited by
Final examination Malaysian Qualifications Agency, eg ECE Diploma
Formative assessment varies from 50% to 70% while
the examination is given 30% to 50% of overall marks. And any one of the following:
SPM or SPMV with a minimum of 3 credits (including
Subjects that do not have mid-term tests and English or its equivalent) and a pass in Bahasa
assignments have the following alternative assessment: Malaysia at SPM level
Curriculum portfolio GCE O-Levels with 3 credits (including English)
Trial-run practicum Other equivalent qualification approved/accredited by
Individualized test. the Malaysian Qualifications Agency
Practice-based subjects that do not have a final
examination are assessed in the following modes: Intakes
Project inquiry January, May, August/September
Practical test
Journal Eligibility for Study Loans, Merit Scholarship or
Event organization. Bursary and Financial Aid
Applicants who meet the selection criteria can apply for
Two Teaching Practicums (TP) one of the following:
TP I (BECE308) on Nursery Experience completes the PTPTN Loan
early years program, while TP2 (BECE309) on HELP University Merit Scholarship
Kindergarten Practice follows the completion of the HELP University Bursary
preschool program. Both observe the school calendar, HELP University Financial Aid
taking up 2 semesters. The assessment mode comprises Information can be obtained from the Registry, HELP
the following: University.

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The BECE Students Club
The BECE Students Club is an initiative of the first cohort of Activities of the BECE Students Club:
students (2011). It has grown in status and extended its 1. Organized three annual events
activities into several community services. Every BECE -  BECE gathering connecting with ECE stakeholders
student is a member. From the wide range of activities -  2-days of activities with the Pop-Up Stories Fan Clubs of
organized, informal learning experiences augment the Selangor and KL
learning experience of the formal program. This enriches the - Second Time Around Story Books
Edu-carers professional journey by encouraging them to 2. Organising and maintaining the Library of the HELP
assume leadership roles and take ownership of their own Education Department
educational journey of commitment to community service. 3. Participation in Orang Asli Study Camps.

Motor coordination through hoopla tunnel Sorting experience through taste and smell

Recital with the angklung, a musical instrument that BECE students master and teach to preschoolers Mastering the skill of string puppetry Preparing dumplings with children Flannel board story-telling skill

A scene from the musical, Sailor's Return International students from Nepal, Turkey,
Home. a BECE students production Myanmar, Africa and Switzerland Teacher's roll-in role during sand play Participative learning through music and movement

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The BECE Dr Frances Lee Moi Fah where she was a Gold Key award winner, after Speech Communication Arts from Guildhall piano to the curricula of the Associated technology implementation in education,

Academic BA (English) (Malaya),


PGCE (English & History)
obtaining an Early Years Education Diploma
(Advanced Certificate level). She has worked
London. She obtained the Certificate IV in
Teaching English to Speakers of Other
Board of the Royal Schools of Music and
Trinity College of Music. Ms Yong is active as
ICT and multimedia in education,
instructional technology, instructional

Team (ACAD), Dip Ed (Ed &


Psych), MA (Ed Psych), (IE
with young children for 25 years and has 15
years lecturing experience in Early Childhood
Languages (TESOL) from the International
Language Academy of Australia. She holds
positions in the Jabatan Pembangunan
a choir member and committee member of
the Central Malaya Church Music
Association.
design, and and online and blended learning
environments. In recent years, he has
focused on online and blended learning
London), PhD (London) Education at certificate, diploma and degree
Research Dean and Professor, Faculty of Education levels. She has conducted numerous Kemahiran, Kementerian Sumber Manusia, environments, research tools and data
The BECE team of lecturers is and Languages workshops in Early Childhood Education. Malaysia as External Verifier (PPL); Assessor Mr Siew Tin Chen analysis software such as SPSS and Amos.
Dr Lees three decades of educational - Prior Achievements Accreditation (PP- Visual Arts Diploma He has collaborated actively with
strong in teacher education and
experience cover early childhood to tertiary Ms Doreen Lye Bee Hong PPT), and External Verifier-National Dual (China) researchers in disciplines such as HRD and
their teaching is informed and education. Her focus on teacher education BA ECS, Gold Key Award Training System (PPL-SLDN). Her 20-year Lecturer educational psychology, particularly in
enlivened by research, began in 1982 at the Institute of Education, (Edith Cowan), MA ECE, involvement in ECE includes preschool Mr Siew has been dedicated curriculum and instruction. He has
University of London. Research in teacher Distinction (ECE - administration and working with young to teaching Chinese Ink published journal articles in the field and has
investigation and enquiry. They
quality and learners progress is another Distinction) (Malaya) learners in the classroom. She is an Painting for over ten years. His students have presented papers in international
have four research projects to experience with impact on child development, Lecturer accredited trainer for the Basic Childcare included Malays and Indians. Currently he is conferences. Dr Rouhollah has also served
their credit. early English literacy and bilingualism, and Ms. Lye is an ECE subject expert with more Course (Kursus Asuhan dan Didikan Awal a contest adjudicator for the Chinese Ink on international conference committees and
teachers job satisfaction. Early Childhood than 15 years involvement in the Early Kanak Kanak Permata) of the Jabatan Painting Association of Malaysia. He has as journal and conference reviewer. He has
Education is Dr Lees pet subject, originating Childhood Education curriculum. She earned Kebajikan Masyarakat, and served as a trainer won top prizes in art competitions in taught computer applications in education,
Longitudinal Study of Early from her involvement in the Bernard van Leer her Master in Early Childhood Education and mentor for the Projek Asuhan Prihatin Malaysia, and his work has been exhibited in production and application of instructional
English Literacy funded research on the moral and cognitive (ECE) from the University of Malaya and her Malaysia, providing courses on home-based Malaysia, Singapore and China. He holds a materials, selection and utilization of
development of preschool children, which Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Studies childcare to single mothers from the Grade 8 qualification from the Arts Grade instructional materials, production of
Malaysian Indigenous
resulted in the book Growing up in Singapore, (ECS) from Edith Cowan University, Western low-income group. Examination Centre of the Art, Science, instructional films and other related courses.
Education Initiative the preschool years (Longman). It was further Australia. She connects HU education Technology Research Institute of China.
Five Cities Bilingual (English sustained in the 1990s when she became the department with ECE practitioners and is Ms Revati Ramakrishnan Ms Ang Kwee Ching
ECE Malaysian Coordinator at Edith Cowan responsible for teaching practicum BPsych (Curtin), MHSc Ms Maureen Szetho BA (Edith Cowan)
and Chinese) Study
University in Australia. placement. Also, Ms. Lye is HU (Psych) (IIUM) MEd (OUM), Licentiate & Lecturer
National Child Data Centre Representative in the ECCE Council. Lecturer Associate, Trinity College Ms Ang obtained her
(NCDC) Feasibility Study Dr Yeow Poh Wha Furthermore her rich experience in the Ms Revati obtained her of Music, Licentiate, Royal Bachelor of Arts in Early
BA Hons, Dip Ed (Malaya), childcare industry stretches over more than Masters in Human Sciences School of Music London Childhood Studies from
MEd TESOL (Manchester), 20 years. (Psychology) from the International Islamic Lecturer Edith Cowan University in Western Australia
The National Child Data Centre PhD (Leeds) University in 2014 and her Bachelor of Ms Szetho is passionate about early after pursuing an Early Years Education
project was a RM1.7 million Senior Lecturer Ms Chong Tse Tee Psychology from Curtin University of childhood education and has trained Diploma (Advance Certificate level). She
Dr taught English for 9 years. BA ECS, Gold Key Award Technology in Western Australia in 2008. teachers in Malaysia, China, Indonesia and has more than 20 years of experience
national level feasibility study
at the Royal Military College. She then trained (Edith Cowan), MEd (OUM) She has 3 years of teaching experience in Myanmar. She has taught music education working with young children. She is
funded by the Economic teachers of English at the Ministry of Senior Lecturer Early Childhood Education covering subjects for teachers in music and movement, and currently a principal of a preschool centre.
Planning Unit (EPU) of the PM's Education. She has more than 25 years of Ms Chong Tse Tee is an ECE such as motivating children in learning and dance and singing. She also trains Ms Ang is passionate about community
experience in training Malaysian pre-service subject expert with more than understanding childrens behaviour. She is Montessori teachers in music and conducts service oriented education programs. For
Department on the
and in-service teachers as well teachers from 20 years commitment to the provision of high trained in Indian classical dance, and has children and adult choirs. She also writes, the last 30 years her centre has
establishment of a National Southeast Asia when she served in the quality ECE curriculum. She has 13 years of been involved in many dance dramas produces and directs musicals and plays. successfully nurtured large cohorts of
Children's Data Centre (NCDC), Regional English Language Centre (RELC) in experience working with young children and 5 involving various age groups. She is trained in ballet, and plays the viola in learners both junior and senior.
Singapore prior to joining HELP University. years of lecturing ECE modules at the diploma the orchestra. Ms Szetho has led teamwork
benchmarked against seven
Currently she teaches English, Early Literacy and bachelor degree level. She also holds a Ms Christina Yong Yoon workshops in behavioural modification for Mr Brendan Chng
countries. The NCDC Set-up and Introduction to Special Needs. Diploma in TESOL and an Executive Diploma Kum leading corporations. She has organized BA, MEd (Monash)
Phase has begun at the National in Human Resource Management. BA ECS (Edith Cowan), activity camps in experiential learning for Lecturer
Teachers Diploma (Trinity various age groups, and is presently involved Mr Chng specialised in
Child Development Research
Ms Dorothy Rajoo Ms Penny Ang College of Music) in continuing education for adults. Gifted Education in his MEd
Centre housed in Universiti BA ECS, Gold Key Award BA ECS, Gold Key Award Lecturer from Monash University. He
Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI). (Edith Cowan), MA (ECE) (Edith Cowan), MEd (TESL) Ms Yong has nine years experience teaching Dr Rouhollah majored in Psychology and International
(Malaya) (Malaya) expressive art in Institute CECE Malaysia, Khodabandelou Studies in his BA from the same university.
Lecturer Lecturer where she specializes in teaching basic BA, MSc (Arak, Iran), PhD His research interests focus primarily on
Ms Rajoo is an ECE subject In addition to her BA and MEd keyboard techniques and music and (UPM) gifted education and educational
expert with more than 20 years involvement degrees, Ms. Ang holds a Diploma in the movement. She also provides training in Assistant Professor psychology. Mr Chng is also interested in
in ECE. She holds a BA in Early Childhood Montessori Method of Nursery Education and basic childcare and advice on setting up (Educational Technology) exploring other areas including language
Studies (ECS) from Edith Cowan University, a Primary Teaching Certificate in Elementary home-based childcare centres. She teaches Dr Rouhollahs research interests are in and identity.

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distinction. Instruction as in teaching and
learning is for every child." - Confucius

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