This workshop will examine different components of the curriculum: content (what to teach): pedagogy (how to teach): assessment (at what stage is the learning?) and sequencing (in what order to teach - linear and non-linear); official and real curriculum time available; resources available (including staffing; budget, teaching resources) staff input and consultation ; determining students’ current entry point as a baseline; setting appropriate curricular goals; staff professional development and mutual support; and designing an effective programme for curriculum enhancement.
By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:
Mr Simon Reynolds is a senior education consultant at Principals Academy with expertise in curriculum development and implementation, pedagogy and assessment and special education. He was a deputy director at the Curriculum Planning and Development Division of the Ministry of Education for 11 years working on curriculum development and effective curriculum implementation through appropriate pedagogy and assessment. Currently, he consults on curriculum design, assessment, and evaluation for Special Education Schools, conducts teacher and parent training for mainstream schools and is as a part-time lecturer and practicum supervisor at the National Institute of Education. He also works on behavioural management and intervention. When time permits, he occasionally returns to the classroom as a relief teacher to keep connected to classroom realities. Mr Reynolds holds Masters Degrees in English Studies and Autism Studies and A Graduate Certificate in Behavioral Analysis.
Course Code: SR78824
Topic: Leading the Effective Implementation of a Dynamic and Responsive Curriculum
Trainer: Mr Simon Reynolds
Date(s): 28 August 2024, Wednesday
Time: 8.30 am to 5.00 pm
Mode of Delivery: Face-to-Face
Venue: To Be Confirmed
Closing Date: 16 August 2024, Friday
Workshop Fee: S$350.00 per participant. Fees are subject to GST.
Other Information: Registration is on a first come-first-serve basis. No refunds will be made for cancellations or in the case of absentees. The Academy accepts replacements for registered participants who are unable to attend for whatever reasons.
Please contact Joseph Loy by email [email protected] or tel: 63630330 if you require further information.
