MASTER OF EDUCATION

PROGRAMME COURSE GUIDEBOOK

(Concentration)
SCHOOL OF EDUCATION & COGNITIVE SCIENCE

2023
CONTENT
1. About Asia E University 3
2. School of Education and Cognitive Science 3
3. Master of Education Programme 3
4. Programme Learning Outcome 4
5. Programme Delivery 4
6. Online Learning Platforms in Aeu 4
7. Useful Tips On Studying Online 5
8. General Semester Subject Offering 7
9. Semester Subject Offerings for Intake September 2023 8
10. List of Concentration Subject 9
11. Semester Subject Registration Plan and Structure Option 10
12. Quick Read 12
13. Portal Directory 12
14. Grading System 13
15. Semester Checklist – A Study Plan Sample 13
16. Requirement to Graduate 13
17. Course Description (Concentration) 12
18. Project Paper 18

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About Asia e University
Asia e University (AeU) was established 2007 under the Asia Cooperation Dialogue, to promote Asian Cooperation
through e-education, an initiative by the Government of Malaysia and supported by the ACD Ministerial meetings.
AeU was established to provide affordable and quality programmes in the field of management, education,
information technology, humanities and the social sciences. Over 30 programmes at the doctoral, masters, bachelors
and degree levels are offered with students from Malaysia, Indonesia, Myanmar, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Vietnam, Bahrain,
India, Somalia, Yemen and several other countries.

School of Education and Cognitive Science

The School of Education & Cognitive Science (SECS) offers diploma, bachelors and master programmes and to date
more than 5000 students have graduated to take on influential roles at various levels of education, business and
government. These programmes have provided an opportunity for practicing educators from the remotest parts of
Malaysia and the region to upgrade themselves through a flexible online and blended learning approach.

The School of Education & Cognitive Science (SECS) adheres to the values of scholarship, quality, integrity, diversity,
and equality. Programmes are designed to prepare educators with relevant theory and practice to function in a
global society and teach effectively in culturally and socially diverse classrooms. If you share our goal of making
quality education accessible to more people, thereby improving themselves and the society they belong to, we
encourage you to consider SECS as a place of study.

Master of Education programme

The Master of Education (M.Ed) programme is fully accredited by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency [(R2-
DL/140/7/0007) 08/23] and is designed to provide you with the knowledge and skills to be effective educators.

It seeks to provide the theoretical perspective underlying educational practices and offers opportunities for
advanced study and research towards the development of innovative responses to the challenges of 21st century
education.

You will analyse, critique and develop tools of inquiry about current issues in education. The programme is ideal for
adults like yourself with a busy schedule juggling the demands of work, family and everyday life. The programme
works around your schedule and you are in charge when and where you want to study using your laptop, tablet or
your smartphone.

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Programme Learning Outcome
Through disciplined inquiry and reflective thinking, and upon completion of the programme, you should be able to:

• Analyse trends and issues in education

• Integrate technology in teaching and learning
• Engage in critical analysis of research evidence and application in the classroom
• Conduct research that contributes to the solution of educational problem
• Assume leadership roles in various educational settings
• Implement multiple approaches in assessing student learning

Programme Delivery
The Master of Education (M.Ed) is delivered ONLINE as follows:

1. SELF-LEARNING – You will be provided with a Self-Instructional Module (SIM) which forms the “Must Know
Content” accompanied with video and audio clips. You should watch the video clips and listen to the audio
clips which explain the key concepts and principles in the SIM. At the end of each Topic is a Quiz which you
can attempt as many times as you like until you understand the main ideas

2. ONLINE DISCUSSION (Delayed) – Using the Forum, WhatsApp and Telegram you will discuss with your
coursemates one questions and exercises posted by the Online Tutor. You can use these tools to ask your
Online Tutor questions about the content, the assignment and other related issues.

3. ONLINE CLASSES (Live) – You will have live Online Classes using Zoom, Google Meet or Microsoft Teams.
These classes will be recorded and uploaded to MyPLS which you can view at your own leisure.

Online learning platforms in AeU

The Master of Education (M.Ed) is delivered ONLINE as follows:

MYPLS STUDENT PORTAL AEU KNOWLEDGE CENTRE

The Master of Education (M.Ed) is This is a student portal offers The AeU Library, AeU Knowledge
delivered online and you do not an online gateway where students Centre, offers a wide range of both
have to go to any classroom or can log into a school website to traditional and electronic
lecture hall. Instead you will asked access important program information resources. The well-
to go to an online learning platform information on courses offered, designed learning-and-interaction
called ‘My Personalised Learning transcripts, timetables, exam conducive ambience makes it an
Space’ or MyPLS for short schedules and department contact appealing place for learning and
numbers. studying. The e-library interface
and its features make the discovery
of learning simple and accessible
for AeU e-learning community
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Here are some useful tips on studying online
Tertiary studies will not spoon-feed you your education – you will have to strategy your study schedules, develop
your research skills, and foster a strong, academic discipline all on your own. You may be unsure whether you can
cope studying online without interacting face-to-face with the instructor or other students which you did during
your undergraduate days. Well, not to worry. The following are some tips to assure you that studying online may be
different but it is not difficult.

Technical Requirements
Make sure you have the following:
1. A laptop or desktop computer to work on
2. You can access MyPLS on your smartphone while on the
go
3. Reasonably good internet speed to download materials,
watch the videos, listen to the podcasts – However, you
can download all of the above and read, watch and
listen offline.
Self-Motivation
1. It is true that studying online requires self-motivation. Most
of the time you will be alone and it so easy to get distracted
by other things.
2. Set yourself goals and keep telling yourself, “I must, I must”.
3. Self-motivation is a useful skill to acquire, a trait that will
make you stand out in the workplace and beyond. It will
look great on your résumé.
4. If possible find a quiet place to study, free of distractions.

Time Management
1. You have to keep focused on deadlines. Oftentimes, it is
not so much management of time but rather
‘management of energy’.
2. You have to determine when is the best time to study or
when your energy level is at its highest that you would
devote when studying online.
3. Study when you're most alert (such as in the morning,
or early evening).

Establish a Study Schedule

1. To be consistent in your study well, establish a routine of your own.
The routine should fit your lifestyle that will set aside enough study
time each week.
2. Each 3-credit course requires a minimum of 6 hours of quality study
time a week which includes reading the learning materials, watching
the videos, discussing online with your tutor and other students,
doing the assignment and preparing for the examination
3. Do some work each day, just as you would in a traditional course with
regular classes.

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4. Write detailed ‘To Do Lists’ – check each item when you complete it
5. Stick to your schedule

Read all Learning Materials

All the material needed for a course are provided:
1. Read all material provided – pdf files, ppt slides & others
– Do not skim because they form the ‘must know’
content
2. Watch all videos and listen to the podcasts – Do not skip
because they help you better understand the learning
material
3. Follow links to recommended sites

Talk to Your Online Tutor

1. When doing an online course, you don't get the chance to
have casual conversations with other students before class or
catch the instructor after class.
2. So, it's important for you to talk to your online tutor and talk
to the other students in the course
3. Embrace online communication, which includes email and
posting in student forums.
4. It is important that you follow netiquette guidelines when
talking to others online.
5. There's also a good chance of making some online buddies.

Find Your Inspiration

1. Students often assume online programmes require less
work and are easier than on-campus courses. In reality,
online classes are equally rigorous and demanding as
traditional courses.
2. To stay motivated – even on the bad days – keep
reminding yourself of why you're doing it.

Learn Actively
Learning happens when you are actively involved in
learning. To learn actively, you must engage your mind and
the following are some tips:
1. Rewrite material – e.g. write notes in your own
words or convert text into diagrams
2. Apply concepts, such as by answering questions and
solving problems. You could look at past year
examination questions
3. Recall information – say what you know about a
topic without using notes (in writing, internally or
say out loud).

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MASTER OF EDUCATION
GENERAL SEMESTER SUBJECT OFFERING

ACADEMIC INTAKE / CODE SUBJECT OFFERING CATEGORY REMARK

SEMESTER SEMESTER
JANUARY 1/2/3 ESM641 RESEARCH METHODS IN CORE
EDUCATION CORE
EEA622 EDUCATIONAL ASSESSMENT CORE
EPE642 CURRICULUM DESIGN AND
DEVELOPMENT
MAY 2/3/1 ESE633 STATISTICS IN EDUCATION CORE The
EMI643 MODELS OF INSTRUCTION CORE subject
EIT632 FUNDAMENTALS OF CORE offering
INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNOLOGY is fixed
for every
SEPTEMBER 3 / 1 / 2 EQL671 QUALITATIVES RESEARCH CORE semester
METHODS IN EDUCATION
EPS613 PHILOSOPHY AND SOCIOLOGY CORE
IN EDUCATION
ELC612 LEARNING AND COGNITION CORE
4 Refer to SPECIALISATION (Subject A) SPECIALISATION Offer in
list SPECIALISATION (Subject B) SPECIALISATION every
JAN | MAY
semester
|SEP| 5 SPECIALISATION (Subject C) SPECIALISATION

NOTE

To register subject that is not offered/available in current semester, please email to School for
assistance.

TO [email protected]
CC [email protected]

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LIST OF CONCENTRATION SUBJECT
NOTE: SELECT ONLY ONE (1) CONCENTRATION PACKAGE AND TO COMPLETE THE SUBJECT A, B AND C.

Continuous Assessment
Concentration Credit Requirement When to
Package Subject Code Name Final
area Hour to complete Assignment register?
Exam
A ECS642 School Curriculum 3 All Cores 100%
Curriculum & 4th semester
1 B ECF643 Curriculum of the Future 3 All Cores 100% No exam
Instruction
C EPC653 Project Paper in Curriculum & Instruction 6 All Cores 100% 5th semester
A EBC642 Brain, Cognition and Education 3 All Cores 100%
Educational 4th semester
2 B ELD643 Lifespan Development 3 All Cores 100% No exam
Psychology
C EPP653 Project Paper in Educational Psychology 6 All Cores 100% 5th semester
A EWB642 Web-Based Learning 3 All Cores 100%
Instructional 4th semester
3 B EID643 Principles of Instructional Design 3 All Cores 100% No exam
Technology
C EPT653 Project Paper in Instructional Technology 6 All Cores 100% 5th semester
A ECI642 Clinical Teaching in Nursing 3 All Cores 100%
Nursing 4th semester
4 B EPN643 Issues and Trends in Nursing Education 3 All Cores 100% No exam
Education
C EPN653 Project Paper in Nursing Education 6 All Cores 100% 5th semester
Teaching Literature in English as a Second
A ETL642 3 All Cores 100%
Teaching Language
4th semester
English as Issues and Methods in Teaching English as a
5 B EAM643 3 All Cores 100% No exam
Second Second Language
Language Project Paper in Teaching English as Second
C EPE653 6 All Cores 100% 5th semester
Language
A ESC642 Trends in the Teaching and Learning of Science 3 All Cores 100%
Science 4th semester
6 B ESC643 Science, Technology and Society Education 3 All Cores 100% No exam
Education
C ESC653 Project Paper in Science Education 6 All Cores 100% 5th semester
Concepts and Theories in Educational
A EMA642 3 All Cores 100%
Educational Management 4th semester
7 B EMA643 Emerging Perspectives in Educational Leadership 3 All Cores 100% No exam
Management
C EMA653 Project Paper in Educational Management 6 All Cores 100% 5th semester
 A EME642 Testing and Measurement 3 All Cores 100%
Educational 4th semester
8 Assessment B EME643 Programme Evaluation in Education 3 All Cores 100% No exam
and Evaluation Project Paper in Educational Assessment and
C EME653 6 All Cores 100% 5th semester
Evaluation
A ECH613 Counselling in Higher Education 3 All Cores 100%
Higher 4th semester
9 Education B EAL632 Academic Leadership & Research Supervision 3 All Cores 100% No exam
Teaching
C EHT653 Project Paper in Higher Education Teaching 6 All Cores 100% 5th semester
A ECI613 Curriculum & Instruction in the Early Years 3 All Cores 100%
Early 4th semester
10 Childhood B ECH632 Introduction to Early Childhood Education 3 All Cores 100% No exam
Education C ECH653 Project Paper in Early Childhood Education 6 All Cores 100% 5th semester
A EMM642 Curriculum and Assessment In Mathematics 3 All Cores 100%
Mathematics 4th semester
11 B EMM643 Trends and Issues in Mathematics Education 3 All Cores 100% No exam
Education
C EMM653 Project Paper in Mathematics Education 6 All Cores 100% 5th semester
A EBM642 Trends and Issues in Teaching Bahasa Malaysia 3 All Cores 100%
Teaching 4th semester
12 Bahasa B EBM643 Literatures in Teaching Bahasa Malaysia 3 All Cores 100% No exam
Malaysia C EBM653 Project Paper in Teaching Bahasa Malaysia 6 All Cores 100% 5th semester
TOTAL (A + B + C) 12

STUDENT LEARNING TIME (SLT)

One credit hour is equivalent to 40 hours
If your course has 3 credit hours, the total SLT is 3 x 40 = 120 hours
SLT is generally the amount of time during which learners are actively working on tasks and are effectively engaged in learning
include lecture, tutorial, seminar, practical, self-study, retrieval of information, research, fieldwork, as well as preparing for and
sitting of an examination.

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 1. ORAL EXAMINATION (VIVA VOCE) – Not applicable to all Project Papers (Master of Education).
2. GRADUATION/ CONFERMENT REQUIREMENTS – Achieved a
final CGPA of at least 3.00.
3. TOTAL CREDIT HOURS – The total credit hours completed
must be 40.
4. MAX CREDIT HOURS per semester is ELEVEN (11).
5. ACADEMIC CALENDAR – Provide the date information of the
Study week, Revision week & Exam week. Available on MyPLS.
6. TRI-SEMESTER PROGRAM TIMELINE – Provide details on
semester commencement, registration period, add and drop
subject application period etc. Available on MyPLS.
7. STUDY PLAN – Plan your subject registration in every
semester. The structure can be 3, 2 or 1 subject to be
registered per semester. Manage your study according to your workloads. Clearing your
incomplete status is most advisable before register any new subject(s). Please observe the
academic ruling for incomplete status. Ideally to follow the structure recommendation by the
School. Talk to your Program Coordinator for guidance.
8. INCOMPLETE RESULTS - A student with an ‘I’ status has up to TWO (2) consecutive semesters to
either submit the outstanding assignments or sit the examination to complete the grade for the
subject. Failure to do so will result in the student having to re-register for the subject(s) concerned
and redo the assignment and exam components as normally required. Fee is charged accordingly.
9. DEFER SEMESTER – Apply via the student portal, MyAeU. A fee amounting RM50 is charged upon
approval.
10. DEFER EXAMINATION – Re-sit of exam will be penalized RM90.00 per subject.
11. ADD & DROP SUBJECT REQUEST – Apply via the student portal, MyAeU.
12. PAST EXAM PAPERS – Available on AeU e-library. Contact the librarian for assistance.
13. MEDIUM OF INSTRUCTIONS – English is the medium for M.Ed. Students are allowed to use English
OR Bahasa Malaysia in the exam and assignment.

PORTAL DIRECTORY

What services you get from these portal?

MYPLS STUDENT PORTAL AEU KNOWLEDGE CENTRE

1. School General info – Tutorial 1. Student Profile 1. Past exam papers
Timetable, program structure 2. My Subject 2. Theses and dissertations
2. Student Support – Academic 3. Admin services 3. Search engines
Calendar, Academic Timeline, 4. Finance Services 4. Subscribed online databases
Student Handbook, MyPLS 5. Assessment Services 5. Repository
Guide for Student, Exam rules 6. Email 6. E-book
and Regulation, Orientation Kit, 7. Announcement 7. Library Guides
Tutorial 8. Library 8. Thesis Formatting Guides
3. Plagiarism Checker 9. Query 9. Turnitin Plagiarism Checker
10. MyPLS
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GRADING SYSTEM
POINT
MARK GRADE STATUS
VALUE
80-100 A 4.00 Excellent
75-79 A- 3.75 Very Good
70-74 B+ 3.50 Good
65-69 B 3.00 Pass
60-64 B- 2.75
55-59 C+ 2.50
50-54 C 2.00 Marginal
45-49 C- 1.75 Pass
40-44 D+ 1.50
35-39 D 1.00
0-34 F 0.00 Fail

SEMESTER CHECKLIST – A study plan sample

NOTE:
Please modify the checklist accordingly. This checklist is a good way to track your subjects and the semester
performance i.e CGPA.

YEAR SEMESTER CODE SUBJECT TITLE CATEGORY CHECKLIST GRADE CGPA

(TICK )
2019 January ESM641 Research core  A- 3.99
EPE642 Curriculum core  A

Example
EEA622 Assessment core  A

*Add more rows if necessary

REQUIREMENT TO GRADUATE

1. Ensure all NINE (9) cores and 3 (THREE) specialization subjects are
registered correctly (code subject as per in the list).
2. The total credit hours completed is 40 hours.
3. Achieved a final CGPA of at least 3.00.
4. No incomplete status.
5. No outstanding fees.

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 Course Description (Concentration)

CURRICULUM & INSTRUCTION (Total of 12 credit hours)

The Curriculum & Instruction specialisation aims to ensure that graduates are able to:

 Explain the changing needs of curriculum and instruction in schools and educational institutions
by modeling best practices based on current research and theories.
 Demonstrate advanced knowledge of the content and pedagogy of various subjects taught.
 Evaluate critically and interpret research and theory in the field.

CODE SUBJECT SYNOPSIS

ECS642 School The course examines issues and trends in the school curriculum ranging from early
Curriculum childhood education to post-secondary education. Several educational systems
are selected to show how curriculum goals and instructional strategies are
proposed for each level of schooling. Each school subject often taught in different
education systems is examined; focusing on the curriculum structure, the teaching
and assessment strategies adopted. The issues related to each of the subjects are
examined which may vary across systems. A global perspective of the school
curriculum is addressed to understand how world trends have influenced what is
taught in the classroom; or what should be taught in the classroom.
ECF643 Curriculum This course is designed to encourage students to educate themselves for
of the future tomorrow, who want to actively control their future rather than merely accept it
passively and fatalistically. Futures in education and curriculum is of global
concern and provides students with scenarios of alternative futures to illustrate
the importance of futures thinking. The curriculum must respond to the demands
of the future if it is to prepare students for the future. Among the topics discussed
is the rationale for studying the future, the skills required in the 21st century, the
changing workplace, the changes expected in the curriculum of primary school,
secondary school, and higher education

NURSING EDUCATION (Total of 12 credit hours)

Requirement: Only students with Nursing background are allowed to enroll to this specialization.

The Nursing Education specialization aims to ensure that graduates are able to:

 Apply principles of measurement and evaluation to the development of learner assessment

procedures for educational instruction.
 Utilize computer technology as integral components of nursing education and training.
 Involve in varied aspects of nursing education, which include the instructors, curriculum
developers, policy makers, and researchers.
 Design the nursing education programmes using research and theories of learning instruction.
 Examine a variety of teaching strategies and media appropriate in teaching nursing and health-
related content.
 Plan learning activities for the transmission of basic concepts and principles in nursing in clinical

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 and didactic settings.

CODE SUBJECT SYNOPSIS

ECI642 Clinical The purpose of this course is to introduce students to the approaches and
Teaching in principles of clinical teaching and its effective implementation in the education of
Nursing student nurses.
EPN643 Issues and The course introduces nursing educators on the issues related to training nurses,
Trends in focusing on the changing trends in nursing education. Nursing education is
Nursing experiencing rapid changes and this subject presents some of the trends and
Education issues in the field. Among the topics discussed are philosophy and goals of nursing
education, curriculum development issue; instructional principles and methods
for various teaching/learning settings, problem-based learning, evidence-based
teaching, and clinical teaching.

EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY (Total of 12 credit hours)

The Educational Psychology specialisation aims to ensure that graduates are able to:

 Demonstrate an understanding of contemporary issues in human development theory.

 Apply human learning theories in enhancing the performance of learners in the classroom.
 Design learning environments that develop the critical and creative abilities of learners.
 Evaluate critically and interpret research and theory in the field.

CODE SUBJECT SYNOPSIS

EBC642 Brain, This course introduces students to the neural basis of cognition and learning. It
Cognition examines the biological structure of the brain, focusing on the neural structure
and and function. It examines the latest theories and findings on the cognitive
Education functioning of the brain; including vision, attention, memory, speech and
emotional behavior. Emphasis is on the implication of understanding of the brain
and teaching-learning practice in the classroom
ELD643 Lifespan The course is a story of human beings and how they get to be the way they are. It
Development deals with the interplay of biological, sociological and psychological forces in
human development. It outlines the issues surrounding the notion of
development and some of the work of key theorists such as Erikson, Levinson,
and Gould. It covers the range of human existence from its beginnings at
conception to its inevitable ending at death. It deals with ideas and concepts and
theories, but one that above all has at its heart people.

TEACHING ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE (Total of 12 credit hours)

The Teaching English as a Second Language specialization aims to ensure that graduates are able to:

 Focus on the role of applied linguistics in understanding the development of language taking into
account individual needs and abilities.
 Critically evaluate various instructional strategies employed in the teaching of reading, writing,

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 speaking and listening.
 Appreciate the diversity of Asian society, particularly in relation to culture, language and gender
and the influence of learning English as a second language.
 Demonstrate an in-depth knowledge in the design, implementation and evaluation of curricula
and learning programmes

CODE SUBJECT SYNOPSIS

ETL642 Teaching The course focuses on the use of literature in developing the language skills of
Literature in the second language learner. Focus is on the benefits of the different genres of
ESL literature (i.e. poetry, short stories or fiction, drama and novels) to language
teaching. Taken into account are the different pedagogical strategies and the
development of appropriate materials for teaching these four genres and how
they can be used to enhance reading, writing, speaking and listening.
EAM643 Issues and This course does not intend to be a comprehensive course on TESL teaching
Methods in methods but is aimed at providing students with an overview of issues and
TESL methods to encourage students to delve deeper on their own. The course begins
with a discussion about the general approaches of teaching English as a second
language and the learning process. Emphasis is on changing trends and varying
opinions on enhancing language competency. Specifically, students are
introduced to the basic concepts of teaching the four skills: speaking, listening,
reading and writing. Also discussed briefly is the teaching of grammar and
language testing.

INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNOLOGY (Total of 12 credit hours)

The Instructional Technology specialisation aims to ensure that graduates are able to:

 Explain the role of technology in schools, public & corporate training centers, universities and
colleges and to lead change efforts in the classroom.
 Apply current and emerging technologies based on theories and research in meeting the diverse
needs of students and enhancing their learning.
 Evaluate critically and interpret research and theory in the field.

CODE SUBJECT SYNOPSIS

EWB642 Web Based Web-based learning or eLearning or online learning is the delivery of content via
Learning the web. The course examines the principles of developing web-based learning
focusing on the principles of instructional science. Students also review the range
of tools and technologies required for the implementation of web-based learning
and how to use these tools.

Most importantly are the human factors involved in web-based learning and how
to encourage online participation and motivate learners to be interested in
learning in a virtual environment. The course also examines the principles of
testing and the tools available for incorporating online testing
EID643 Principles of The course introduces students to the concepts and principles of designing
Instructional effective instruction and environments that really facilitate learning. The course
Technology examines the basic principles upon which most of the models and procedures in

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 the instructional design field are built. It presents a comprehensive treatment of
the instructional design process, including analysis, strategy design, assessment,
and evaluation. Emphasis is on the theory, research, and the use of cognitive
psychology in designing instructional strategies.

The course prepares students to design and develop a course, unit, and module
of instruction. It outlines the nine stages of the instructional design process and
integrates current research and practice in the movement towards performance
systems technology. Also emphasised is the social and context of learning,
learner-centered principles, and the adoption of new technologies and
environments.

EDUCATIONAL MANAGEMENT (Total of 12 credit hours)

The Educational Management specialisation aims to ensure that graduates are able to:

 Fulfill the need for a specialist qualification for those who aspire to hold senior positions or seek
further advancement in education and training in the public and private sectors.
 Link new ideas and strategies with action and practice in the student’s ‘real-world’ institution.
 Link diverse practices with their own experiences and broaden their knowledge and improve
practices.
 Develop specialised research skills leading to further professional research.
 Work in varied fields of education and training from the early childhood to the tertiary levels in
public and private sectors.

CODE SUBJECT SYNOPSIS

EMA642 Concepts and The course discusses the major theories and concepts of educational
Theories in management at all levels of education - preschool. primary school,
Educational secondary school. college and university. The discussion will focus on what
Management is educational management, the functions of an educational manager, and
models of educational management. Other topics examined include the
concept of a learning organisation, the school as an organisation, school
culture and school climate, and how they influence the performance of
educational institutions. The course will draw upon international
perspectives based on selected case studies.
EMA643 Emerging A good educational leader is one who is well aware that leadership involves
Perspectives in not command and coercion, but encouraging the constant growth and
Educational development of followers. It is a teaching-learning process, and no one
Leadership leadership style is ideal in all situations. This course will examine various
theories and models of educational leadership from the past and the
present; the changing perspective educational leadership, behavior,
personality and contributions of leaders and the followers. The suitability
and relevance of a particular theory and model of educational leadership will
be examined in terms of knowledge, culture, locality, condition, change and
political influences. Discussions also include cases and research findings on
educational leadership.

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EDUCATIONAL ASSESSMENT AND EVALUATION (Total of 12 credit hours)

The Educational Assessment and Evaluation specialisation aims to ensure that graduates are able to:

 Understand the key principles of measurement, assessment and evaluation.

 Fulfill the need for a specialist qualification catering for the needs of those who want to take a
leadership role in the field of measurement and evaluation in a range of settings.
 Overview the field that will be synthesized into a narrower focus on research and current thinking
on the key issues in that field.
 Work in various filed such as policy and programme planners, item writers, assessment data
analysts, trainers, teachers, performance auditors, managers, or consultants.
 Manage measurement and evaluation programmes at a high level; to make effective use of
research in measurement and evaluation; and to develop superior knowledge, and skills in
evaluation design, development, and application.
 Critically review important issues in the conduct of measurement and evaluation, and programme
implementation.
 Develop specialised research skills leading to further professional research.

CODE SUBJECT SYNOPSIS

EME642 Testing and This course discusses the design and development of tests and the measurement
Measurement of educational performance and outcomes. The focus is on the development of
different tests, validity and reliability of tests, the pros, and cons of different
types of tests, the administrations of test, analysis, and reporting of test results.
EME643 Programme Program evaluation needs in the decade of the nineties and beyond reflect the
Evaluation in increased demands for efficiency and accountability that exist in a time of
Education limited resources for their execution. Topics in this subject include: overview of
concepts and issues of theories, issues and recent practice in educational
assessment and evaluation; planning evaluation studies; models of program
evaluation; performance auditing; and accountability, feedback and decision-
making and actions. An inductive / case study approach will be used in which
recent evaluation practice will be analyzed. Students will gain experience in
preparing an evaluation proposal, and critically appraising reported evaluations.

HIGHER EDUCATION TEACHING (Total of 12 credit hours)

The Higher Education Teaching specialisation aims to ensure that graduates are able to:

 Enhance their knowledge and skills in higher education teaching and learning.
 Stimulate opportunity to reflect on their professional practice and gain a theoretical and critical
perspective of teaching and how students’ are supported in their learning.
 Discuss and exchange experiences in teaching and learning.
 Instruct on various teaching models in higher education teaching, assessment techniques,
counselling and supervision of academic research.

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ECH613 Counselling The course begins with discussion on what is counselling and the differences
in Higher between counselling, guidance and psychiatry. Six popular significant counselling
Education theories are discussed: psychoanalysis, the Adlerian approach, person-centred
approach, gestalt therapy, behavioural approach and the rational-emotional
behaviour theory. Next, the counselling process is discussed involving five
important step: relationship-building, problem assessment, goal setting,
intervention strategies and termination. All the concepts, principles and theories
of counselling are examined in relation to their application in school counselling.
Students are encouraged to discuss the implication of the various theories in
counselling in the school setting and other setting in education. The final part of
the course deals with group counselling, ethics in counselling, developing the skills
of the counsellor and the use of psychological tests in the counselling setting.
EAL632 Academic The subject consists of two parts: The first part deals with academic leadership.
Leadership Individuals taking on administrative positions have limited or no formal training.
and In this subject, the role and responsibilities of being an academic leader is
Research discussed especially in relation to teamwork, handling resistance to change,
Supervision motivating staff, evaluating performance and so forth. The second part of the
subject is concerned with the role of academics as supervisors of student
research. This includes the interpersonal skills required of the supervisor in order
to promote efficient and effective supervision of projects and dissertations;
providing specific technical support; intellectual support; administrative support,
management and emotional support.

EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION (Total of 12 credit hours)

The Early Childhood Education specialisation aims to ensure that graduates are able to:

 Provide the most recent and advanced thinking in early childhood education from local and
international perspectives, enabling students to be the leaders and researchers in early childhood
education.
 Focus on current research and thinking and associated implications for practice in early childhood
education from ages 0 to 8 years.
 Provide an overview of the field, which will be synthesized into a narrower focus on research and
current thinking on the key issues in that field.
 Involve in varied aspects of early childhood education, which include the pre-school teachers,
curriculum developers, policy makers, and researchers.

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ECI613 Curriculum The subject focuses on the curriculum and instructional strategies adopted in
And early childhood education (language, mathematics, social studies, music and art).
Instruction Critical examination of current practices, content, procedures and materials for
In Early beginning literacy, mathematics, science, music, social studies and art in the early
Years grades will be carried out. Emphasis will be on how reading, play, mealtimes and
during the classroom day support children’s development and understanding of
basic concepts in the various subject areas.

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 ECH632 Introduction This course is an introduction to the theories and practice of early childhood
to Early education. The historical, philosophical and theoretical perspective of early
Childhood children education is surveyed. Emphasis will be on child development,
Education assessment of children, different curriculum focus and developmentally
appropriate teaching-learning approaches. The course also examines the varying
types of environments suited to infants and young children, the role of families
and communities in children’s education and issues related to the profession itself
such as preparation, core knowledge and skills required and ethics.

SCIENCE EDUCATION (Total of 12 credit hours)

The Science Education specialisation aims to ensure that graduates are able to:

 Provide the most recent and advanced thinking in science education from local and international
perspectives, enabling students to be the leaders and researchers in science education.
 Focus on current research and thinking and associated implications for practice in science
education from the pre-school to the tertiary levels.
 Provide an overview of the field, which will be synthesised into a narrower focus on research and
current thinking on the key issues in that field.
 Involve in various aspects of science education, which include the school teachers, curriculum
developers, policy makers, and researchers.

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ESC642 Trends in the The subject discusses the trend and issues in the teaching and learning of science.
Teaching The topics that will be discussed include the role of psychological, sociological and
Learning and philosophical theories in the teaching and learning of science, effective teaching
Science methodologies in learning science, technological implications to teaching and
learning of science.
ESC643 Science, Science, technology, and society (STS) education is widely recognized as a major
Technology reform effort as correctives are sought globally to attain a scientific literacy for all.
and Society Typical school science is not only ineffective in producing students who are
Education knowledgeable of the basic laws and theories, but are unable to relate views of
the universe to their own lives. This subject will provide students with
comprehensive understanding that STS is the teaching and learning about science-
technology in the context of human experience. The subject helps to develop
students with research and pedagogical skills and knowledge to become active,
responsible educators and citizens by responding to issues which impact our lives.
The subject elaborates the meaning of STS and its ties to constructivism, examples
of STS reforms worldwide, followed by reviewing research activities on STS, and
its implication to teaching of science.

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MATHEMATICS EDUCATION (Total of 12 credit hours)

The Mathematics Education specialisation aims to ensure that graduates are able to:

 Provide the most recent and advanced thinking in mathematics education from local and
international perspectives, enabling students to be the leaders and researchers in mathematics
education.
 Focus on current research and thinking and associated implications for practice in mathematics
education.
 Provide an overview of the field, which will be synthesised into a narrower focus on research and
current thinking on the key issues in that field.
 Involve in various aspects of mathematics education, which include the school teachers,
curriculum developers, policy makers, and researchers.

CODE SUBJECT SYNOPSIS

EMM642 Curriculum his course will consist of several readings relating to mathematics curriculum,
and instruction, learning and assessment drawn from various education systems in
Assessment in the world. Focus will be on misconception in mathematics, improving
Mathematics mathematics, why mathematics education is not working and formative
assessment in mathematics education.
EMM643 Trends and This course examines current issues and trends in mathematics based on
Issues in several publications from different education systems.
Mathematics
Education

PENGAJARAN BAHASA MELAYU (Total of 12 credit hours)

The Teaching Bahasa Melayu or Malaysia specialisation aims to ensure that graduates are able to:

 Focus on the role of applied linguistics in understanding the development of language taking into
account individual needs and abilities.
 Critically evaluate various instructional strategies employed in the teaching of reading, writing,
speaking and listening.
 Appreciate the diversity of Asian society, particularly in relation to culture, language and gender
and the influence of learning Malay language
 Demonstrate an in-depth knowledge in the design, implementation and evaluation of curricula
and learning programmes

CODE SUBJECT SYNOPSIS

EBM642 Trend Dan Isu Kursus ini membincangkan beberapa isu dan trend tentang asal-usul Bahasa
Dalam Melayu, peminjaman dan pelestarian bahasa Melayu serta perubahan-
Pengajaran perubahan yang berlaku dalam bahasa Melayu. Apa yang turut dibincangkan
Bahasa Melayu ialah pengajaran pembacaan, penulisan, pertuturan dan pendengaran dalam
bahasa Melayu. Terdapat juga beberapa teori dan kaedah mengajar yang
diberi perhatian, termasuk kaedah pentaksiran bahasa Melayu.

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EBM643 Kesusasteraan Kursus ini memberi perhatian kepada penghuraian pengisian kesusasteraan
Dalam Melayu dalam pengajaran bahasa Melayu di sekolah. Tumpuan ialah kepada
Pengajaran makna sastera, jenis-jenis sastera, struktur teks, peranan sastera dalam
Bahasa Melayu penyatuan bahasa Melayu, analisis & interpretasi sastera, jenis-jenis fiksyen,
bentuk-bentuk drama & sajak, contoh-contoh gurindam & pantun pengajaran
sastera Melayu dan isu-isu semasa sastera Melayu.

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PROJECT PAPER
The Project Paper reports on original research you will conduct. However, the Project Paper is not a
dissertation or a thesis but you are required to collect primary data and write their report following the
format of a dissertation or thesis (in 5 chapters). You will identify a problem to be studied, systematically
review the literature associated with the problem, collect data about the problem (quantitative and/or
qualitative), analyse the data in order to answer research questions, discuss the results, present
conclusions and make an appropriate recommendation based on the study.

The Project Paper is to provide you with an opportunity to conduct research in your area of
concentration/specialisation. Upon completion of the Project Paper, you will able to:

1. Identify a problem to be investigated

2. Apply theories learned in investigating the problem
3. Critically evaluate research in the area investigated
4. Apply research skills in collecting data
5. Communicate results in the form of the report

VALMIKI ACADEMY WEBSITE

Check out the Valmiki Academy website for more info on the project paper format. Go to URL:
http://valmikiacademy.com/courses/writing-the-project-papar/

Best Wishes on Your Learning Journey at AeU

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