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Subject Combination Briefing
Secondary 2 Normal Technical Class
Saturday, 13 April 2013
Programme
0800 Registration
0830 Welcome address by HOD NT
0835 Sec 2 Subject Allocation Exercise and
sharing on Sec 3 subjects for 2013
0920 Q&A Session
0930 Meeting with Form Teachers
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Leadership Team
Principal
Carol Lim
(Mrs)
Vice-Principal
Komathi Kesavan
(Mdm)
Vice-Principal
Sze Guan Kiat
(Mr)
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Key Personnel
HOD EL/Lit
Ratish
Balakrishnan
(Mr)
LH EL/Lit
Mazlinda
(Ms)
Senior Teacher
Tyrus Chua
(Mr)
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Key Personnel
HOD MTL
Zulkarnain
(Mr)
SH Chinese
Lee Ai Hua
(Mdm)
Senior Teacher
Pan Minggang
(Mr)
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Key Personnel
HOD Science
(Covering)
Loke Lay Fang
(Ms)
HOD Maths
Chong Sze Kei
(Mr)
Senior Teacher
Segar
Subramaniam
(Mrs)
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Key Personnel
HOD Humanities
Sabrina Yong
(Ms)
SH Geography
Rebecca Lee
(Ms)
Senior Teacher
Alawden
(Mr)
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Key Personnel
HOD Aesthetics
Pushpalatha
(Ms)
SH National
Education
Neo Shu Hua
(Ms)
SH Pupil
Leadership
Goh Chee Wee
(Mr)
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Key Personnel
HOD
Positive Discipline
Viknesvaran
(Mr)
HOD
PE & CCA
(Covering)
James Ng
(Mr)
HOD
Normal Technical
Mohd Shahril
(Mr)
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Key Personnel
HOD
Pupil Well-being
Julia Raj
(Mrs)
LH
Pupil Well-being
Chong Siew Sia
(Ms)
School
Counsellor
Catherine Solomon
(Ms)
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Key Personnel
Staff Developer
Imran Zainal
(Mr)
HOD ICT
Melvin Chua
(Mr)
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Key Personnel
Administration
Manager
Faridah Begum
(Mdm)
Operations
Manager
Jason Koh
(Mr)
Form Teachers of 2 Character
Mr Chan Adam Arif Mr Lee Hock Seng
2013 SUBJECT ALLOCATION EXERCISE
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2013 Subject Allocation
Students’ Preference Survey (After MYE)
Subject Combinations for Secondary Three in 2014 (Confirmation in August 2013)
Results of survey indicate preferences of students
and parents
Considerations of school resources and deployment
Subject Combination for Sec 3 NT (2014)
1. English Language
2. Mother Tongue
3. Mathematics 4. Computer Applications
5. Elements of Business Skills
6. Science 7. Social Studies
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• Normal Technical Stream
Pass in EL or Mathematics and
1 other subject
PROMOTION Criteria (Sec2 -> Sec3)
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Condition:
An average score of at least 75% for all N(T) subjects is attained
Lateral Transfer to 2(NA) in 2014
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UPPER SEC CURRICULUM
Compulsory Subjects (for N(T))
1. English Language
2. Mother Tongue
3. Mathematics
4. Computer Application
5. Elements of Business Skills
6. Science
7. Social Studies
Subject Briefing
Science
Mr Fedrick Lim, Teacher
Doing Well in Science is Important
• Many ITE courses require Science.
Applied Food Science
Nursing
Mechatronics (Medical Technology)
Opticianry
Chemical Process Technology (Petrochemicals)
Upper Sec Science Content
1) Measurement
2) Mechanics
3) Thermal Physics
4) Electricity and Magnetism
5) Matter
6) Health and Diseases
Options
Option A : Petrochemical Industry and its
Impact
Option B : Electronics and Communications
Option C : Science of Motor Vehicles
Candidates will be expected to study one
out of the three Options.
Scheme of Assessment
Paper Type of paper Duration Marks Weighting
1 Multiple Choice 1 h 40 40%
2 Short-answer or
structured 1h 15 min 60 60%
Paper 1 (40 marks) ● consist of 40 compulsory multiple choice items of simple direct choice type, based on core. ● questions involved 4 response options.
Paper 2 (60 marks)
● consist of 2 sections
● Section A carries 45 marks which contain a variable
number of compulsory short-answer or structured
questions based on core.
● Section B carries 15 marks which contain 1 structured
question based on each of the Options (3 questions in
total).
Candidates are required to answer any one question.
Computer Applications (CPA)
Mrs Tan Wei Leng, Teacher
New 2014 Syllabus
• Focuses on higher-order thinking skills
– Problem-solving skills in everyday context
– Basic programming in Animation & Game Development
• Prepares them for tertiary education & life ahead
– Programming and Media-related courses
– Applying ICT confidently in future workplace
Benefits of the Subject
• Skill-based content
– Meet needs of students as it focuses on hands-on learning activities,
– Better prepare students for post-secondary education at ITE.
Learning Materials
• Electronic Textbook e-Book
– Developed and written by MOE
– Allows content to be kept updated and relevant
• Problem Sets (Workbook)
– Developed and written by MOE
– Printed and distributed by school
– Task-based & encourages problem solving
6 Modules Over 4 Years
• Computer Fundamentals
• Document Processing (MS Word)
• Spreadsheets (MS Excel)
• Multimedia Communication
(MS PowerPoint, Google Apps)
• Media Elements (Inkscape)
• Media Computing (Scratch)
Coursework (Term 2)
• Secondary Two
– Three weeks to create an animated story using Scratch programming software
• Secondary Three
– Three weeks to create an animated game
• Best students’ work are submitted to MOE for annual Media Computing competition
Assessment Criteria Paper No. Duration Mode Marks %
Paper 1 (6 modules)
1 h 15 min Written 60 marks 30%
Paper 2 (Drawing, Document Editing, Slides)
1 h 30 min Lab-based 70 marks 35%
Paper 3 (Spreadsheet, Computing)
1 h 30 min Lab-based 70 marks 35%
TOTAL 200 marks
Past Years Results
2011 N Level Results
National Passing Rate 91.0 % National Distinction Rate 29.3 %
Evergreen Passing Rate 95.0 % Evergreen Distinction Rate 48.8 %
2010 N Level Results
National Passing Rate 92.2 % National Distinction Rate 30.0 %
Evergreen Passing Rate 98.6 % Evergreen Distinction Rate 54.1 %
2012 N Level Results
National Passing Rate 91.4% National Distinction Rate 29.5%
Evergreen Passing Rate 97.4% Evergreen Distinction Rate 42.1%
Benefits of the Subject
• It provides opportunities for our students to showcase their creativity and resourcefulness.
• It prepares our students to be technologically adept, hence giving them the competitive edge to meet the challenges of the future.
Benefits of the Subject
• Skill transferability
– As the theory taught is not software specific, students are able to pick up other similar software in the market with greater ease and confidence.
Benefits of the Subject
• Regular upgrading of content
– Keeps up with current technological developments and trends,
– Students see the relevance of subject to the real world.
Social Studies (SS)
Mr Alawden s/o Myden Pillai,
Senior Teacher
Purpose of Social Studies
• To prepare pupils to be citizens of tomorrow
• To inculcate in pupils deeper understanding of values which define the Singapore society
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21st Century Competencies & Outcomes
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Aim of Social Studies
• To provide opportunities to pupils to participate in issues which require decisions and actions, thereby developing them the knowledge, skills, values and disposition to become informed, concerned and participative citizens
– Quality decision-making
– Concern and empathy
– Contribute responsibly
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SS N(T) Syllabus
• Content
– Managing our Financial Resources (Sec 3)
– Caring for Society (Sec 4)
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SS N(T) Syllabus
• Pedagogy
Inquiry
Process
Gathering Data
Exercising Reasoning Reflective
Thinking
Sparking Curiosity
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SS N(T) Syllabus
• Assessment
– Non-examinable
– Variety of tasks to evaluate understanding and skills
– Performance task allows students to have learning experiences in authentic settings (E.g. field-based learning)
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Elements of Business Skills (EBS)
Mr Mohammad Shahril B Jumat,
HOD NT
Skills, Knowledge, Values
Basic Marketing
& Customer Relations
Travel & Tourism
Elements of Business Skills • ‘N’ level subject
• 2 year course
• Theory + Coursework
• Experiential & Authentic
– LJs
– Partnership with RWS for LJs
– Partnership with hotels, retailers, RWS, WDA for WEP
• Directly related courses in ITE
NITEC Courses
Nitec in Pastry & Baking Nitec in Beauty Therapy Nitec in Hair Fashion & Design Nitec in Culinary Skills (Western) Nitec in Food & Beverage Operations Nitec in Service Skills (Office) Nitec in Service Skills (Tourism) Nitec in Service Skills (Retail)
Higher NITEC Courses
Higher Nitec in Business Studies (Administration) Higher Nitec in Business Studies (Event Management) Higher Nitec in Business Studies (Service Management) Higher Nitec in Business Studies (Sport Management) Higher Nitec in Hospitality Operations Higher Nitec in Leisure & Travel Operations
Assessment
• Paper 1 (Theory)
– 1½ hours
– 60%
• Paper 2 (Coursework)
– 20 hours (over 20 weeks)
– 40%
• Textbook & Activity Book:
Elements of Business Skills
VALUES
POSITIVE WORK ATTITUDE
ENTERPRISE
ADAPTABILITY
CONFIDENCE
SKILLS
THINKING AND PROBLEM SOLVING
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
COMMUNICATION
TEAMWORK
CWS Curriculum White Space
Mr Shahril, HOD NT
Elective Modules
Trail Shuttle
Numeracy & Literacy Skills
Digital Animation
CWS
CWS
• Non-examinable
• 2 hours per week
• Experienced partners / vendors
• MOE funded (EM)
• During curriculum time
• Theory + Practical + Showcase
ELECTIVE
MODULES
DANCE PERCUSSION
GUITAR
2013 Sec 3NT Elective Modules
(Performing Arts)
PARTY
ENTERTAINER
2013 Trail Shuttle
2013 Digital Animation
Literacy & Numeracy
Skills
Language Literacy
• Reading
• Writing
• Presenting
Numeracy
• Ability to reason
• Apply simple numerical concepts
IMT Literacy
• Information
• Media
• Technology
Charity Bazaar 2013
Ms Diana Thomas, Teacher
Objectives
• Inculcate the enterprising spirit in the students
• Foster closer bonding among the students of same class
• Nurture concerned citizens who show
care and concern to the less fortunate counterparts.
Charity Bazaar Details …
• Date: 5 July (1st Friday of July)
• Time: 10:05 am to 12:00 pm
• Venues: Canteen & Level 1 walkways
• Theme: Youth Energy
Our very own EVG entrepreneurs
Most Enterprising Class Award
•Class with the highest net stall proceeds wins!
Children’s Charities Association
• Umbrella body coordinating 6 charities to help physically, mentally and socially disadvantaged children of Singapore:
1. Association for Persons with Special Needs (APSN) 2. Movement for the Intellectually Disabled of
Singapore (MINDS) 3. St Andrew's Mission Hospital (SAMH) 4. Singapore Association for the Deaf (SADeaf) 5. Singapore Children's Society 6. Spastic Children's Association of Singapore (SCAS)
Hope to see you and your families
on 5th July to support this charitable cause!
Thank You