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Theory Component
Theory component consists of five modules and 22 lessons. The self-learning material has been divided into two
parts: Part I consists of two modules and nine lessons. Part II consists of three modules and 13 lessons.

The number of modules, suggested study hours and marks allotted to each module are:

No. of Name of the Module Study Hours Marks
Module

1 Early Childhood Care and Education 50 20
2 Fundamentals of Child Development 50 15

3 Curriculum, Practices and Progress 65 25

4 Organisation and Management of ECCE Centre 45 10
5 Diversity and Inclusion 30 10

Total 240 80

Practical Component

There is a compulsory component of Practicals in this ECCE Course. It carries a weightage of 20 marks in the term
end examination. A list of suggested activities to be performed by the learners is given at the end of the theory
syllabus.

Tutor Marked Assignment (TMA)

TMA comprises of 20% weightage of theory marks in term end examination.

Course Description

Module1 Early Childhood Care and Education

Marks:20 Hours: 50

Approach

This module aims at providing fundamental knowledge about the ECCE, significance of ECCE, essential components
of ECCE focussing on how the relevance and awareness have evolved in both the Indian and global context. The
learners will also learn about factors influencing childhood in India, necessity for attention on nutrition and health
and the needs and rights of young children. Brief discussions on important government initiatives/schemes and
policies for ECCE will appraise learners about the role of the state and civil society. Issues and concerns related to
ECCE are addressed to build awareness and interest of the learners.
Lesson 1: Early Childhood Care and Education: Meaning and Significance

ECCE: Meaning, nature and significance
Objectives of ECCE
Components of ECCE

ECCE in Indian context
ECCE in global context
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