This course offers a comprehensive exploration into the rich tapestry of Singapore's history and multicultural identity, alongside a detailed examination of current early childhood education policies and practices. Participants will gain invaluable insights into employing systematic cross-cultural adaptation strategies, fostering a deeper integration into the local educational landscape, elevating teaching methodologies, and cultivating expertise in local contexts. Moreover, the workshop delves into career advancement avenues and available resources tailored specifically for preschool educators in Singapore. By enhancing teaching competencies and professional standards, educators can actively pursue collaborative ventures with local educational entities, thereby broadening their career horizons and contributing effectively to the field of early childhood education.

Participants will be able to:

• Understand Singapore’s multicultural education and related policies
• Explain multicultural and workplace adaptation
• Understand the development overview of preschool education in Singapore
• Explain the purpose, goals and guiding principles of mother tongue education in Singapore
• Describe the career development paths and resources for preschool teachers in Singapore