The document discusses Singapore's Total Defence strategy which includes military, social, civil, economic and psychological defence. Total Defence Day commemorates the end of Japanese occupation in 1942. The Total Defence logo symbolizes the five defences with five arrows in the shape of a hand, representing how all defences are equally important and interconnected, like fingers on a hand.
Economic defence is one of the main pillars of Total Defence and involves working and saving to achieve a better life for everyone. It means working, even doing small tasks like housework for pocket money in primary school, and saving whatever amount possible each day to become financially independent. Economic defence is important because it allows Singapore to develop without borrowing from others, making the country strong and independent.
The document discusses Singapore's Total Defence Day 2015 and the role of the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) in defending the nation. The SAF works to deter attacks on Singapore by maintaining a defence force. It relies on National Service to recruit National Servicemen (NSFs) and keep the SAF strong and ready to face challenges. The purpose of Total Defence Day and this document is to consider how civilians can support and strengthen Singapore, just as the SAF does through its efforts.
El documento describe las diferentes generaciones de computadoras desde la primera generación en 1946 hasta la actualidad. Detalla las características clave de las primeras computadoras como la Mark 1 y ENIAC que usaban tubos de vacío, y cómo evolucionaron con cada generación para ser más rápidas, pequeñas y potentes con la introducción del transistor, circuito integrado y microprocesador. Explica que las computadoras modernas son ubicuas, potentes y se usan para muchos propósitos como la inteligencia artificial.
Total Defence was adopted from Switzerland and Sweden in 1984 to protect Singapore given its small size and lack of a large standing army. Total Defence has five aspects: military, civil, economic, social, and psychological defence. It calls for vigilance, preparedness, and participation from both individuals and the government to deter threats and meet challenges through different levels of defence.
The document discusses a student project to educate young Singaporeans about the importance of Total Defence. The project aims to explore why Total Defence is commemorated on the same date that Britain fell to Japanese forces. It also examines the different aspects of Total Defence and how it relates to Singapore's history. The students conducted research online, in libraries, and by visiting historical sites and asking guides. They learned about the importance of Total Defence for Singapore and why it was established. Creating the documentary helped the students better understand and share their knowledge on this topic.
The document outlines the five aspects of Total Defence in Singapore: Military Defence, Civil Defence, Economic Defence, Social Defence, and Psychological Defence. It provides details on each aspect, such as Military Defence involving the Singapore Armed Forces deterring aggression and being operationally ready, Civil Defence preparing citizens for emergencies, Economic Defence maintaining a competitive economy, Social Defence promoting racial and religious harmony, and Psychological Defence fostering national pride and resilience.
The document outlines Singapore's approach to defense which includes strong armed forces for military defense, civil defense where everyone plays a part, economic defense through a motivated workforce, social defense such as youth caring for the elderly, and psychological defense where citizens remain vigilant and resilient. It emphasizes that Singapore must protect itself and that no one is entitled to benefits without contributing to the country.
The document discusses Singapore's Total Defence strategy which includes military, social, civil, economic and psychological defence. Total Defence Day commemorates the end of Japanese occupation in 1942. The Total Defence logo symbolizes the five defences with five arrows in the shape of a hand, representing how all defences are equally important and interconnected, like fingers on a hand.
Economic defence is one of the main pillars of Total Defence and involves working and saving to achieve a better life for everyone. It means working, even doing small tasks like housework for pocket money in primary school, and saving whatever amount possible each day to become financially independent. Economic defence is important because it allows Singapore to develop without borrowing from others, making the country strong and independent.
The document discusses Singapore's Total Defence Day 2015 and the role of the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) in defending the nation. The SAF works to deter attacks on Singapore by maintaining a defence force. It relies on National Service to recruit National Servicemen (NSFs) and keep the SAF strong and ready to face challenges. The purpose of Total Defence Day and this document is to consider how civilians can support and strengthen Singapore, just as the SAF does through its efforts.
El documento describe las diferentes generaciones de computadoras desde la primera generación en 1946 hasta la actualidad. Detalla las características clave de las primeras computadoras como la Mark 1 y ENIAC que usaban tubos de vacío, y cómo evolucionaron con cada generación para ser más rápidas, pequeñas y potentes con la introducción del transistor, circuito integrado y microprocesador. Explica que las computadoras modernas son ubicuas, potentes y se usan para muchos propósitos como la inteligencia artificial.
Total Defence was adopted from Switzerland and Sweden in 1984 to protect Singapore given its small size and lack of a large standing army. Total Defence has five aspects: military, civil, economic, social, and psychological defence. It calls for vigilance, preparedness, and participation from both individuals and the government to deter threats and meet challenges through different levels of defence.
The document discusses a student project to educate young Singaporeans about the importance of Total Defence. The project aims to explore why Total Defence is commemorated on the same date that Britain fell to Japanese forces. It also examines the different aspects of Total Defence and how it relates to Singapore's history. The students conducted research online, in libraries, and by visiting historical sites and asking guides. They learned about the importance of Total Defence for Singapore and why it was established. Creating the documentary helped the students better understand and share their knowledge on this topic.
The document outlines the five aspects of Total Defence in Singapore: Military Defence, Civil Defence, Economic Defence, Social Defence, and Psychological Defence. It provides details on each aspect, such as Military Defence involving the Singapore Armed Forces deterring aggression and being operationally ready, Civil Defence preparing citizens for emergencies, Economic Defence maintaining a competitive economy, Social Defence promoting racial and religious harmony, and Psychological Defence fostering national pride and resilience.
The document outlines Singapore's approach to defense which includes strong armed forces for military defense, civil defense where everyone plays a part, economic defense through a motivated workforce, social defense such as youth caring for the elderly, and psychological defense where citizens remain vigilant and resilient. It emphasizes that Singapore must protect itself and that no one is entitled to benefits without contributing to the country.
Writing an email depends on the context and recipient. For informal emails to friends and family, a casual tone is appropriate. More formal emails, such as for business purposes, require a respectful tone, proper greetings, and signed off with your full name. The level of formality changes based on who the email is being sent to and the reason for contacting them.
This document discusses the Singapore River, asking students to watch a video about how the river looked in the past and who lived along it. It prompts students to observe buildings and roads near the river and how the river has changed over time. Students are asked to go on a learning journey along the river and compare what they see to the video, then discuss with their teacher how the river has changed and explain their answer in a class blog.
Bukit Panjang Plaza is a neighborhood shopping mall located in Singapore with four floors that contains various restaurants, shops, and a branch of the National Library. The document provides directions from Beacon Primary School to Bukit Panjang Plaza by bus, LRT, or walking. By bus, take bus numbers 920, 922, or 972 and get off after Senja LRT station, then walk to the mall. By LRT, take the train to Senja or Bukit Panjang station and walk to the mall, with each route taking approximately 5-10 minutes. By walking, it takes 30-45 minutes to reach the mall by turning right at the traffic light junction after passing the mosque.
This document provides instructions for making ice cream in a ziploc bag. It outlines collecting ingredients like ice and Milo, pouring salt on the ice in a large ziploc bag, placing the smaller bag with Milo inside, and closing tightly. Students are told to collect more ice from the teacher and not scoop it themselves. Once complete, they should dispose of rubbish, wash hands, and wait in line once the area is clean.
Chinatown was originally home to many early Chinese settlers but was also inhabited by other races. While Chinatown is known for its Chinese cultural influences, the area also contains religious sites for other faiths such as Indian temples, Muslim mosques, and churches. To learn more about the early settlers and inhabitants of Chinatown, students are encouraged to visit and ask questions about how the settlers lived, what they helped build, who lived there, and what languages and foods were part of their culture.
Sports Day is held annually at the school where students are divided into houses and participate in various track and field events. They practice regularly leading up to the event. On the day, students compete in races like 100m, 200m and 400m sprints as well as fun activities like sack races. The house with the most points wins the trophy, and individual event winners receive medals. The goal is to promote values like sportsmanship, teamwork and endurance.
Sports Day is held annually to promote values like sportsmanship, teamwork and endurance. Students from P3 to P6 are divided into houses and participate in track and field events as well as fun races. They practice regularly leading up to Sports Day. On the day, houses compete for points and trophies. The house with the most points wins the house trophy, while individual event winners receive medals.
This document discusses different types of verbs including action verbs, sensing verbs, and thinking verbs. Action verbs describe physical actions and include verbs like "paints", "write", and "save". Sensing verbs relate to the five senses and include verbs like "see", "hear", "feel", "taste", and "smell". Thinking verbs describe cognitive processes and mental states, with examples being "think", "believe", "understand", and "remember".
This document discusses different types of verbs including action verbs, sensing verbs, and thinking verbs. Action verbs describe physical actions and include verbs like "paints", "write", and "coordinate". Sensing verbs relate to the five senses and include verbs like "see", "hear", "feel", "taste", and "smell". Thinking verbs describe cognitive processes and states of mind, with examples being "think", "believe", "understand", and "remember".
Muhammad Ali was an American professional boxer who is considered one of the greatest heavyweights of all time. He won the heavyweight title three times, in 1964, 1974, and 1978. Ali was a highly controversial figure for refusing to fight in the Vietnam War due to religious beliefs. He was stripped of his title and banned from boxing for nearly four years but had his conviction overturned by the Supreme Court in 1971. Despite being diagnosed with Parkinson's disease, Ali remains an iconic figure who is admired for his boxing skills, principles of religious freedom and racial justice.
Students at the school enjoy spending time with friends, helping each other with schoolwork, and using technology like desktop computers in their learning. They appreciate the greenery on campus including an eco pond. Some wishes from students include having a sports competition, staying at the same school for primary and secondary levels with their friends, and continuing their education at the current school. Favorite curriculum activities mentioned are current affairs, blogging, educational games, art, and PE lessons. Questions students had for school leaders related to the potential installation of an elevator and having animals on campus.
The document discusses a school leaders' visit and asks students questions about their class mission, vision, what they like about school, what they wish to see more of, curriculum programs they enjoy, and questions they have for school leaders. The class mission is to be the best they can be in their studies and behavior, and the vision is to be proud of their work and themselves, care for others and property.
Little Red Dot is a weekly current affairs column in Singapore. It discusses various topics related to Singaporean politics and society. This particular column focuses on the challenges Singapore faces as the country emerges from the COVID-19 pandemic, including rising inflation and economic uncertainty from global issues like the war in Ukraine.
Little Red Dot is a weekly current affairs publication that provides analysis and commentary on political and economic issues in Singapore and around the world. It aims to help readers better understand domestic and global developments through well-researched articles written by experienced journalists and experts. The latest issue discusses Singapore's economic outlook and challenges as well as regional geopolitical tensions.
The chapter discusses various topics related to social studies. It provides activities and exercises for students to learn about different cultures, history, geography, economics, and civic participation. The activities aim to engage students and help them better understand important social concepts through hands-on work.
The chapter discusses various topics related to social studies. It provides activities and exercises for students to learn about different cultures, history, geography, economics, and civics. The activities aim to engage students and help them better understand important social studies concepts through hands-on work.
This document provides guidance on planning and delivering a short, clear, and interesting talk to an audience of a school principal, teachers, and fellow pupils. It recommends capturing the audience's attention with an introduction, being polite, and then discussing how dengue fever spreads via the bites of female mosquitoes that breed in small amounts of still water.
This document provides guidance on planning and delivering a short, clear, and interesting talk to an audience of a school principal, teachers, and fellow pupils. It recommends capturing the audience's attention with an introduction, being polite, and then discussing how dengue fever spreads via the bites of female mosquitoes that breed in small amounts of still water.
Oral tips Written by Adrian Lee and Eric PangZain Jasin
The document provides guidance for students taking an English or Chinese language oral examination. It discusses the different sections of the exam, including the reading passage, picture discussion, and conversation sections. For the reading passage, students are advised to practice pronunciation, read the passage multiple times, and read slowly and clearly. For the picture discussion, students should systematically describe the picture in a clockwise manner and discuss all characters and elements. In the conversation section, students should treat it like a conversation rather than just answering questions, and provide comprehensive responses to topics and prompts. The goal is for students to feel confident and do well by following this advice.
This presentation was provided by Racquel Jemison, Ph.D., Christina MacLaughlin, Ph.D., and Paulomi Majumder. Ph.D., all of the American Chemical Society, for the second session of NISO's 2024 Training Series "DEIA in the Scholarly Landscape." Session Two: 'Expanding Pathways to Publishing Careers,' was held June 13, 2024.
Writing an email depends on the context and recipient. For informal emails to friends and family, a casual tone is appropriate. More formal emails, such as for business purposes, require a respectful tone, proper greetings, and signed off with your full name. The level of formality changes based on who the email is being sent to and the reason for contacting them.
This document discusses the Singapore River, asking students to watch a video about how the river looked in the past and who lived along it. It prompts students to observe buildings and roads near the river and how the river has changed over time. Students are asked to go on a learning journey along the river and compare what they see to the video, then discuss with their teacher how the river has changed and explain their answer in a class blog.
Bukit Panjang Plaza is a neighborhood shopping mall located in Singapore with four floors that contains various restaurants, shops, and a branch of the National Library. The document provides directions from Beacon Primary School to Bukit Panjang Plaza by bus, LRT, or walking. By bus, take bus numbers 920, 922, or 972 and get off after Senja LRT station, then walk to the mall. By LRT, take the train to Senja or Bukit Panjang station and walk to the mall, with each route taking approximately 5-10 minutes. By walking, it takes 30-45 minutes to reach the mall by turning right at the traffic light junction after passing the mosque.
This document provides instructions for making ice cream in a ziploc bag. It outlines collecting ingredients like ice and Milo, pouring salt on the ice in a large ziploc bag, placing the smaller bag with Milo inside, and closing tightly. Students are told to collect more ice from the teacher and not scoop it themselves. Once complete, they should dispose of rubbish, wash hands, and wait in line once the area is clean.
Chinatown was originally home to many early Chinese settlers but was also inhabited by other races. While Chinatown is known for its Chinese cultural influences, the area also contains religious sites for other faiths such as Indian temples, Muslim mosques, and churches. To learn more about the early settlers and inhabitants of Chinatown, students are encouraged to visit and ask questions about how the settlers lived, what they helped build, who lived there, and what languages and foods were part of their culture.
Sports Day is held annually at the school where students are divided into houses and participate in various track and field events. They practice regularly leading up to the event. On the day, students compete in races like 100m, 200m and 400m sprints as well as fun activities like sack races. The house with the most points wins the trophy, and individual event winners receive medals. The goal is to promote values like sportsmanship, teamwork and endurance.
Sports Day is held annually to promote values like sportsmanship, teamwork and endurance. Students from P3 to P6 are divided into houses and participate in track and field events as well as fun races. They practice regularly leading up to Sports Day. On the day, houses compete for points and trophies. The house with the most points wins the house trophy, while individual event winners receive medals.
This document discusses different types of verbs including action verbs, sensing verbs, and thinking verbs. Action verbs describe physical actions and include verbs like "paints", "write", and "save". Sensing verbs relate to the five senses and include verbs like "see", "hear", "feel", "taste", and "smell". Thinking verbs describe cognitive processes and mental states, with examples being "think", "believe", "understand", and "remember".
This document discusses different types of verbs including action verbs, sensing verbs, and thinking verbs. Action verbs describe physical actions and include verbs like "paints", "write", and "coordinate". Sensing verbs relate to the five senses and include verbs like "see", "hear", "feel", "taste", and "smell". Thinking verbs describe cognitive processes and states of mind, with examples being "think", "believe", "understand", and "remember".
Muhammad Ali was an American professional boxer who is considered one of the greatest heavyweights of all time. He won the heavyweight title three times, in 1964, 1974, and 1978. Ali was a highly controversial figure for refusing to fight in the Vietnam War due to religious beliefs. He was stripped of his title and banned from boxing for nearly four years but had his conviction overturned by the Supreme Court in 1971. Despite being diagnosed with Parkinson's disease, Ali remains an iconic figure who is admired for his boxing skills, principles of religious freedom and racial justice.
Students at the school enjoy spending time with friends, helping each other with schoolwork, and using technology like desktop computers in their learning. They appreciate the greenery on campus including an eco pond. Some wishes from students include having a sports competition, staying at the same school for primary and secondary levels with their friends, and continuing their education at the current school. Favorite curriculum activities mentioned are current affairs, blogging, educational games, art, and PE lessons. Questions students had for school leaders related to the potential installation of an elevator and having animals on campus.
The document discusses a school leaders' visit and asks students questions about their class mission, vision, what they like about school, what they wish to see more of, curriculum programs they enjoy, and questions they have for school leaders. The class mission is to be the best they can be in their studies and behavior, and the vision is to be proud of their work and themselves, care for others and property.
Little Red Dot is a weekly current affairs column in Singapore. It discusses various topics related to Singaporean politics and society. This particular column focuses on the challenges Singapore faces as the country emerges from the COVID-19 pandemic, including rising inflation and economic uncertainty from global issues like the war in Ukraine.
Little Red Dot is a weekly current affairs publication that provides analysis and commentary on political and economic issues in Singapore and around the world. It aims to help readers better understand domestic and global developments through well-researched articles written by experienced journalists and experts. The latest issue discusses Singapore's economic outlook and challenges as well as regional geopolitical tensions.
The chapter discusses various topics related to social studies. It provides activities and exercises for students to learn about different cultures, history, geography, economics, and civic participation. The activities aim to engage students and help them better understand important social concepts through hands-on work.
The chapter discusses various topics related to social studies. It provides activities and exercises for students to learn about different cultures, history, geography, economics, and civics. The activities aim to engage students and help them better understand important social studies concepts through hands-on work.
This document provides guidance on planning and delivering a short, clear, and interesting talk to an audience of a school principal, teachers, and fellow pupils. It recommends capturing the audience's attention with an introduction, being polite, and then discussing how dengue fever spreads via the bites of female mosquitoes that breed in small amounts of still water.
This document provides guidance on planning and delivering a short, clear, and interesting talk to an audience of a school principal, teachers, and fellow pupils. It recommends capturing the audience's attention with an introduction, being polite, and then discussing how dengue fever spreads via the bites of female mosquitoes that breed in small amounts of still water.
Oral tips Written by Adrian Lee and Eric PangZain Jasin
The document provides guidance for students taking an English or Chinese language oral examination. It discusses the different sections of the exam, including the reading passage, picture discussion, and conversation sections. For the reading passage, students are advised to practice pronunciation, read the passage multiple times, and read slowly and clearly. For the picture discussion, students should systematically describe the picture in a clockwise manner and discuss all characters and elements. In the conversation section, students should treat it like a conversation rather than just answering questions, and provide comprehensive responses to topics and prompts. The goal is for students to feel confident and do well by following this advice.
This presentation was provided by Racquel Jemison, Ph.D., Christina MacLaughlin, Ph.D., and Paulomi Majumder. Ph.D., all of the American Chemical Society, for the second session of NISO's 2024 Training Series "DEIA in the Scholarly Landscape." Session Two: 'Expanding Pathways to Publishing Careers,' was held June 13, 2024.
LAND USE LAND COVER AND NDVI OF MIRZAPUR DISTRICT, UPRAHUL
This Dissertation explores the particular circumstances of Mirzapur, a region located in the
core of India. Mirzapur, with its varied terrains and abundant biodiversity, offers an optimal
environment for investigating the changes in vegetation cover dynamics. Our study utilizes
advanced technologies such as GIS (Geographic Information Systems) and Remote sensing to
analyze the transformations that have taken place over the course of a decade.
The complex relationship between human activities and the environment has been the focus
of extensive research and worry. As the global community grapples with swift urbanization,
population expansion, and economic progress, the effects on natural ecosystems are becoming
more evident. A crucial element of this impact is the alteration of vegetation cover, which plays a
significant role in maintaining the ecological equilibrium of our planet.Land serves as the foundation for all human activities and provides the necessary materials for
these activities. As the most crucial natural resource, its utilization by humans results in different
'Land uses,' which are determined by both human activities and the physical characteristics of the
land.
The utilization of land is impacted by human needs and environmental factors. In countries
like India, rapid population growth and the emphasis on extensive resource exploitation can lead
to significant land degradation, adversely affecting the region's land cover.
Therefore, human intervention has significantly influenced land use patterns over many
centuries, evolving its structure over time and space. In the present era, these changes have
accelerated due to factors such as agriculture and urbanization. Information regarding land use and
cover is essential for various planning and management tasks related to the Earth's surface,
providing crucial environmental data for scientific, resource management, policy purposes, and
diverse human activities.
Accurate understanding of land use and cover is imperative for the development planning
of any area. Consequently, a wide range of professionals, including earth system scientists, land
and water managers, and urban planners, are interested in obtaining data on land use and cover
changes, conversion trends, and other related patterns. The spatial dimensions of land use and
cover support policymakers and scientists in making well-informed decisions, as alterations in
these patterns indicate shifts in economic and social conditions. Monitoring such changes with the
help of Advanced technologies like Remote Sensing and Geographic Information Systems is
crucial for coordinated efforts across different administrative levels. Advanced technologies like
Remote Sensing and Geographic Information Systems
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Changes in vegetation cover refer to variations in the distribution, composition, and overall
structure of plant communities across different temporal and spatial scales. These changes can
occur natural.
This document provides an overview of wound healing, its functions, stages, mechanisms, factors affecting it, and complications.
A wound is a break in the integrity of the skin or tissues, which may be associated with disruption of the structure and function.
Healing is the body’s response to injury in an attempt to restore normal structure and functions.
Healing can occur in two ways: Regeneration and Repair
There are 4 phases of wound healing: hemostasis, inflammation, proliferation, and remodeling. This document also describes the mechanism of wound healing. Factors that affect healing include infection, uncontrolled diabetes, poor nutrition, age, anemia, the presence of foreign bodies, etc.
Complications of wound healing like infection, hyperpigmentation of scar, contractures, and keloid formation.
Level 3 NCEA - NZ: A Nation In the Making 1872 - 1900 SML.pptHenry Hollis
The History of NZ 1870-1900.
Making of a Nation.
From the NZ Wars to Liberals,
Richard Seddon, George Grey,
Social Laboratory, New Zealand,
Confiscations, Kotahitanga, Kingitanga, Parliament, Suffrage, Repudiation, Economic Change, Agriculture, Gold Mining, Timber, Flax, Sheep, Dairying,
This presentation was provided by Rebecca Benner, Ph.D., of the American Society of Anesthesiologists, for the second session of NISO's 2024 Training Series "DEIA in the Scholarly Landscape." Session Two: 'Expanding Pathways to Publishing Careers,' was held June 13, 2024.
Beyond Degrees - Empowering the Workforce in the Context of Skills-First.pptxEduSkills OECD
Iván Bornacelly, Policy Analyst at the OECD Centre for Skills, OECD, presents at the webinar 'Tackling job market gaps with a skills-first approach' on 12 June 2024
Walmart Business+ and Spark Good for Nonprofits.pdfTechSoup
"Learn about all the ways Walmart supports nonprofit organizations.
You will hear from Liz Willett, the Head of Nonprofits, and hear about what Walmart is doing to help nonprofits, including Walmart Business and Spark Good. Walmart Business+ is a new offer for nonprofits that offers discounts and also streamlines nonprofits order and expense tracking, saving time and money.
The webinar may also give some examples on how nonprofits can best leverage Walmart Business+.
The event will cover the following::
Walmart Business + (https://business.walmart.com/plus) is a new shopping experience for nonprofits, schools, and local business customers that connects an exclusive online shopping experience to stores. Benefits include free delivery and shipping, a 'Spend Analytics” feature, special discounts, deals and tax-exempt shopping.
Special TechSoup offer for a free 180 days membership, and up to $150 in discounts on eligible orders.
Spark Good (walmart.com/sparkgood) is a charitable platform that enables nonprofits to receive donations directly from customers and associates.
Answers about how you can do more with Walmart!"