13. Common Test Schedule Term 1 Week 8 & Term 3 Week 8 Computer Applications Science Mathematics Combined Humanities Mother Tongue Language English Language Subjects Tested
YM talk ā academic matters, programmes, support from school HOD PE/CCA talk Pās talk ā round up, answer common questions Time to interact with FTs & subject trs Take opportunity to ask questions (KPs will be around)
1 year = 2 semesters Each semester: one continual assessment mark one semesteral assessment mark ā written exam for core subjects Higher weightage (EX and NA) for SA2, where we assess whole yearās learning
The key programmes for the Sec 3s include the EL fiesta which will be held over two days in April. It is a platform to showcase the talents of the sec 3s in EL oral skills especially public speaking skills and in EL related games. The activities are organized to engage the pupils and to imbue a sense of love for the language.
Conducted in Semester 1as an alternative mode of assessment It allows for integration of environmental consciousness in T&L Inform pupils of environmental concerns and conservation efforts Focus on creation of Maths games with environmental theme of conservation and use of recycled materials Select good projects for Earth Week in April and āThe National Green Olympiad 2011ā in July.
Maths Fiesta a day of activities with games, puzzles & quizzes Maths Corner set up during recess for the lower sec pupils game stations with games and competitions
Science Enrichment Learning Journeys Students will be making trips to learn more about science and application of science e.g. LJ to science centre for science demos and to interact with science centre exhibits e.g. LJ to polytechnics to see how science is relevant in the post-secondary education pathway, and a taster of possible careers in science and technology - to bring to life the scientific concepts learnt in the classroom - to stimulate their interest to learn beyond what is taught in class
Project Work Create innovative and scientific solutions to identified problems Trains scientific communication skills Practice project management skills and working with people Movie Maker for NT Science NT students to create movies for their juniors (lower sec NT students) to learn science in a fun way
CCM ā strengthen pupilsā multi-racial exposure, experience another Mother Tongue Language and culture in Singapore The CCM is a 20-hour school-based enrichment for Secondary 1 and 2 pupils. Reading Programme ā exposes pupils to different genres of books to promote love for reading. Includes hands-on activities so that pupils can relate to the text.
Collaborative learning - main way in which lessons are taught. Group activities - projects and games. E.g. Guise Competition and Humanities Games Day. Develop greater independence & confidence in their learning ļ more self-directed. Study skills such as mindmaps, graphic organizers and mnemonics. Helps them in revision.
Practical application such as map reading. Basic skills taught at Secondary One level. More skills as they proceed to Secondary Two and Upper Secondary levels. Pupils will slowly gain competence and confidence in managing the upper secondary Combined Humanities subject.
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