D.Ed
Diploma in Education Early Childhood Education with STEM & Montessori Integration
The Diploma in Education (D.Ed) in Early Childhood Education with STEM and Montessori integration is a government-approved two-year professional program conducted in association with Kerala State Rutronix (RUTRONIX), Government of Kerala. The curriculum is aligned with the framework and vision of the National Education Policy (NEP 2020), emphasizing competency-based, child-centered, and experiential learning practices. This program integrates Montessori philosophy with foundational STEM education (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) to prepare educators for contemporary preschool and early learning environments. It promotes inquiry-based learning, critical thinking, creativity, and structured academic training while ensuring strong practical classroom exposure.
Syllabus Areas Covered
* Montessori Philosophy & Child-Centered Pedagogy
* Early Childhood Development & Educational Psychology
* STEM Foundations in Early Learning
* Inquiry-Based & Activity-Oriented Learning Models
* Early Literacy & Numeracy Development
* Health, Nutrition & Child Safety
* Creative & Experiential Learning Practices
* Curriculum Planning & Lesson Structuring
* Classroom Leadership & Documentation
* Educational Technology Integration
Included as part of the program at no additional cost.
* AI Awareness & Digital Teaching Tools
* Communicative & Interactive English Training
* Interview & Career Preparation
* Classroom & Behavior Management Workshops
* Child Psychology & Counseling Support
* Professional Grooming & Confidence Building
* ADHD & Learning Difficulty Management
* Presentation & Soft Skill Enhancement
* Basic Computer & Educational Technology Training
Duration: 1 Year
Structured internship and continuous practical exposure are integrated throughout the program to ensure professional classroom readiness.
* Plus Two / Higher Secondary or equivalent
* Offline / Online / Part Time
