Introduction to Catechetical Pedagogy & Catechetical Methods 

This course, which consists of theoretical and practical application components, will introduce participants to the method of teaching as proposed by the Universal Church.  The final full-day session aims to give participants a first-hand experience of how presentations are offered in the prayer space.

To equip catechists with theoretical knowledge (A) and practical applications of catechesis (B).

A) Theoretical knowledge of:

• The Aim and Purpose of Catechesis^

• The Pedagogy of God and the 12 Characteristics of Catechesis^

• The Catechetical Methodologies 

• The Ecclesial Method 

• The planes of development of children and youth of different age groups and how this affects the way faith is handed on to them^

• The Archdiocesan Catechetical curricula overview.

B) Practical applications of catechesis by providing them with the opportunities to:

• Learn how to use the Catechism of the Catholic Church^

• Craft reflection questions*

• Experience how presentations are to be offered in the prayer space through demonstration by trainers 

• Participate in group presentations using existing session plans and learn from their peers 

How do I get access to the Children’s Curriculum?

Access to the Children’s Curriculum (Foundation Year 1 to Level 6) will be given once you have fulfilled the following: 

Children’s Curriculum (Foundation Year 1 to Level 6): -

• 100% attendance met for FCC: Intro to Catechetical Pedagogy & Catechetical Methods (Children’s Track).
• Written reflection paper assigned during FCC: ICP&CM course duly submitted.

Access to the Youth Curriculum will be given once you have fulfilled the following: 

Youth Curriculum (Level 7 and 8): -

• 100% attendance met FCC: Intro to Catechetical Pedagogy & Catechetical Methods (Youth Track),

• Written assignment given out during FCC: ICP&CM course duly submitted.

• 100% attendance met for Intro to Catechetical Pedagogy & Catechetical Methods (Youth Track),
• Written assignment given out during FCC: ICP&CM course duly submitted,
• 100% attendance met for FCC: Learning to Listen and Facilitate course

Highly recommended requirement for Youth Catechesis:

• Sufficient facilitators sent for FCC: Learning to Listen and Facilitate course based on proposed ratio of 12 youths to 1 facilitator as well as 100% attendance met for course by facilitators.

Note:
*Upon completion of both the theoretical and practical application components as well as meeting pre-requisites, participants attending the Children’s or Youth Tracks will be given direct access to the respective curriculum.

If I had attended courses previously…
^ Participants who had previously completed Parish Team Training or Introduction to Catechetical Pedagogy (before 2015) are exempted from the first 4 sessions of this module. Notwithstanding, participants are encouraged to attend the course as a refresher as new content has been added. If you need further clarifications, please drop us a mail at enquiry.ofc@catholic.org.sg. 

Registration Closes

Monday, 11th October 2021, 11.59pm