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Briefing for Parents Subject Choices at Sec 3 level 21 Sept 2006. Programme. Introduction Subject Briefing Q & A. Possible Routes. JC Education/ CI Polytechnic Education. Admission Criteria for JCs & Polytechnics. Junior Colleges L1R5 ≤ 20. Admission Criteria to JCs L1R5.
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Briefing for ParentsSubject Choices at Sec 3 level 21 Sept 2006
Programme • Introduction • Subject Briefing • Q & A
Possible Routes • JC Education/ CI • Polytechnic Education
Admission Criteria for JCs & Polytechnics Junior Colleges L1R5 ≤ 20
Bonus Points • 2 bonus points for students who obtain grades of A1 to C6 for both their first languages (i.e. EL & Higher Mother Tongue) • 2 bonus points for students who obtain an ‘A’ grade in CCA • 1 bonus point for students who obtain a grade ‘B’ or ‘C’ in CCA • Students can enjoy up to a maximum of 4 bonus points
JC Curriculum • Old System - 3 or 4 subjects at ‘A’ level + 2 subjects at ‘AO’ level • New System - Knowledge Skills – PW and either GP or KI - Languages – MTL - Humanities and the Arts - Mathematics and Sciences
Admission Criteria for JCs & Polytechnics Centralized Institute L1R4 ≤ 20
Admission Criteria for JCs & Polytechnics Polytechnics L1R2B2
Admission criteria to Polytechnics: ELR2B2 • EL • English • Relevant Subject 1 • E Maths/A Maths • Relevant Subject 2 • Relevant subjects depend on the type of courses applied • Best Subject 3 & 4 • Best 2 other subjects excluding CCA
Bonus Points • 2 bonus points for students who obtain an ‘A’ grade in CCA • 1 bonus point for students who obtain a grade ‘B’ or ‘C’ in CCA
Guiding Principles • Abilityof Student andInterestAre Equally Important for Academic Success • Work with the end in mind • Every subject has its merit • Importance of strong foundation in lower secondary
Promotion Criteria for 2NA • Pass EL + 2 subjects or • Pass in 4 subjects (if the child did not obtain a pass grade in EL)
GCE N Level Exam Promotion Criteria -- from Sec 4NA to Sec 5NA • Best 3 subjects ≤ 10 points • Pass in EL
N Level Grading System 75 & above Grade 1 70 – 74 Grade 2 65 – 69 Grade 3 60 – 64 Grade 4 50 – 59 Grade 5 49 & below Grade U
O Level Grading System 75 & above A1 70 – 74 A2 65 – 69 B3 60 – 64 B4 55 – 59 C5 50 – 54 C6 45 – 49 D7 40 – 44 E8 39 & below F9
Our Expectations High entry point for our NA cohort End point is GCE O Level Gaining strong foundation, esp in the area of EL, Maths and Science from lower secondary
Subjects Offered in 3NA Core Subjects : • EL • MTL • Maths • Sci (Phy/ Chem) • Combined Humanities (SS + Elective) Choose 2 from the following : • A Maths/ POA/ Art/ F&N / D&T
Flexibility and Choice • N(A) students to offer up to a maximum of 2 O level subjects in Sec 4 (Maths/ Science/ MTL) • N(A) students to skip N level examinations • – Through -Train Programme to O level • Criteria for 3NA Overall Results • – L1R2B2 ≤ 25 points
Maths Additional Maths Combined Science Combined Humanities Principles of Account D & T F & N Art Subject Briefing
GCE Mathematics Ordinary Level New Syllabus First Year of Examination 2008
Mathematics Framework Monitoring of one’s own thinking Self-regulation of learning Beliefs Interest Appreciation Confidence Perseverance Attitudes Metacognition Mathematical Problem Solving Reasoning, communication and connections Thinking skills and heuristics Applications and modelling Numerical calculation Algebraic manipulation Spatial visualisation Data analysis Use of mathematical tools Estimation Processes Skills Concepts Numerical Algebraic Geometrical Statistical Probabilistic Analytical
The 3 Strands of the New Syllabus • Numbers and Algebra • Geometry and Measurement • Statistics and Probability
New Syllabus, New Approaches • Concrete-Pictorial-Abstract approach to the introduction of algebra • Less on manual computation, more on applications in general • Less of doing mathematics in ‘isolation’, more of seeing mathematics in ‘action’ (using more contextual problems) • Less on construction, more on analysis and interpretation in statistics
Assessment Objectives: • Objective 1: Understand and use mathematical concepts and skills in a variety of contexts. • Objective 2: Organise and analyse data and information; formulate problems into mathematical terms and select and apply appropriate techniques of solution, including manipulation of algebraic expressions. • Objective 3: Solve higher order thinking problems; interpret mathematical results and make inferences; write mathematical explanation and arguments.
Various Assessment Modes used by Mathematics Department • Common Test / Examinations • Quizzes • Assignments • Classroom Participation • Groupwork / Discussion • Presentation • Journal Writing
GCE Additional Mathematics Ordinary Level New Syllabus First Year of Examination 2008
Features of Additional Mathematics • To prepare students for further study by providing a strong foundation in mathematics • Emphasise depth rather than breadth • Extend learning of Algebra and Geometry • Emphasise algebraic manipulation and mathematics reasoning skills • Introduction to Calculus • Assume knowledge of GCE Mathematics Ordinary Level • Coherence and completeness
The 3 Strands of the New Syllabus • Algebra • Geometry and Trigonometry • Calculus
Assessment Objectives: • Objective 1: Understand and use mathematical concepts and skills in a variety of contexts. • Objective 2: Organise and analyse data and information; formulate problems into mathematical terms and select and apply appropriate techniques of solution, including manipulation of algebraic expressions. • Objective 3: Solve higher order thinking problems; interpret mathematical results and make inferences; reason and communicate mathematically through writing mathematical explanation, argumentsand proofs.
Various Assessment Modes used by Mathematics Department • Common Test / Examinations • Quizzes • Assignments • Classroom Participation • Groupwork / Discussion • Presentation • Journal Writing
Who will do well for this subject? Students who possess the following: • Acute Procedural Skills • Acute Analytical Thinking • Acute Reasoning Skills • Interest in Mathematics • Perseverance • Self-discipline to practice, practiceandpractice Mathematical problems
Textbooks: • Mathematics: • Math Insights Secondary 3, Lim Siew Hoon, Teo Peck Hoon Whey Kin Pheng / Pearson • Additional Mathematics: • Panpac Additional Mathematics, Ho Soo Thong, Khor Nyak Hiong / Panpac
Website: • http://www.moe.gov.sg/cpdd/doc/2007%20Sec%20Math%20Syllabuses.pdf
Assessment: GCE ‘O’ Levels Exam Format(Combined Science)- Physics & Chemistry Paper 1 (20%) • 40 MCQ questions • Duration 1 h Paper 2: (32.5%) - Physics • Structured-Essay • Duration: 1 h 15 min Paper 3: (32.5%) - Chemistry • Structured-Essay • Duration: 1 h 15 min Paper 5: (15%) • Practical • Duration: 1 h 30 min
2007 Subject Combinations (Normal Academic) 2 Years Programme • GCE ‘O’ Level at the end of Secondary 4 • Criteria: Overall distinction grade in Sec 2 science
COMBINED HUMANITIES SOCIAL STUDIES [Exp / NA] 2190/1 & 2191/1
OBJECTIVES OF SOCIAL STUDIES: The syllabus is organized around 2 core ideas – “Being Rooted” and “ Living Global”. It aims to develop our students into well-informed, responsible citizens with a national identity and a global perspective. Students will develop competence in 3 areas: knowledge and understanding, skills and processes, values and attitudes.
Assessment: GCE ‘O’ Levels Exam Format SECTION A: • Source-Based Question [25m] • Question 1 (4 part questions: a - d) [Compulsory] SECTION B: • Structured-Essay Question [25m] • Questions 2 – 4 (2 part questions: a & b) [Choose 1 out of 3 Qns Set] Duration: 1 hr 30 min
Assessment Objectives: • Objective 1: Knowledge • Objective 2: Construct Explanation • Select, organise and apply concepts, terms and facts learnt • Make judgements, recommendations and decisions • Objective 3: Interpret and Evaluate Sources / Given Information • Comprehend and extract relevant information • Draw references from given information • Analyze and evaluate evidence • Compare and contrast different views • Distinguish between fact, opinion and judgments • Recognize values and detect bias • Draw conclusions based on reasoned consideration of evidence and argument
SKILLS TAUGHT: Structured Essay Skills Exposition writing skills Constructing Explanations Source Based Skills Inferring from Sources Comparing Evaluating Usefulness/Utility Checking Reliability Drawing Conclusion Mixed Question Type [Comparison + Reliability]
Assessment modes used by department • Common Test [ Structured Essay Questions & Source Based Case Study] • Short Quizzes • Comic / cartoons • Songs • Video clips • Role-play and Skits • Newspaper Review • Poster Making • Debates • Projects • fieldtrips
Who will do well for this subject? Students who possess the following: • Analytical thinking • Eye for details • Read widely • Ability to write • Good memory skills • Conscientious