Thinking School Learning Nation Learning Communities In A
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Thinking School Learning Nation Learning Communities In A Singapore Primary School Presenters: T. S. Charleston HOD IT Mohd Paruk Level Head Mathematics
Thinking School Learning Nation Education In Singapore: Overview 10/6/2020 http: //www. moe. gov. sg/corporate/pdf/MOE-brochure-7 dft. pdf 2
Thinking School Learning Nation Education In Singapore: Overview ‘Thinking Schools, Learning Nation – a vision which will ensure that Singapore will be a nation of thinking and commited citizens who are capable of contributing towards Singapore’s continued growth and prosperity… Computer-based programmes are also introduced in school to promote independent learning and enhance higher order thinking skills. ’ 10/6/2020 http: //www. moe. gov. sg/corporate/pdf/MOE-brochure-7 dft. pdf 3
THE KEY ROLE OF EDUCATION OPENING ADDRESS BY ( former)PRIME MINISTER GOH CHOK TONG AT THE APEC EDUCATION MINISTERS' MEETING 6 APRIL 2000 ‘Today, our young must reach out to the world, understand the complexities and the potential of globalisation, and live and compete in the global village. ’ OPENING ADDRESS BY( former)PRIME MINISTER GOH CHOK TONG AT THE APEC EDUCATION MINISTERS' MEETING 10/6/2020 ON THURSDAY, 6 APRIL 2000 AT 9. 00 AM AT THE STAMFORD BALLROOM, WESTIN STAMFORD 4
THE KEY ROLE OF EDUCATION ‘Education can no longer be built upon purely domestic foundations. The method of learning today is not the same as in the past. By using computers, we can make learning fun… Thanks to the Internet, pupils will have easy access to a vast pool of valuable learning resources the world over. Instead of knowledge dispensing, our teachers will have to give greater emphasis to the teaching of skills to extract, filter and analyse information. ’ OPENING ADDRESS BY( former)PRIME MINISTER GOH CHOK TONG AT THE APEC EDUCATION MINISTERS' MEETING 10/6/2020 ON THURSDAY, 6 APRIL 2000 AT 9. 00 AM AT THE STAMFORD BALLROOM, WESTIN STAMFORD 5
THE KEY ROLE OF EDUCATION ‘Education must arm them with the tools to succeed in this new world. This new world will comprise the New Economy and the Old Economy. Computers and IT literacy are therefore as important as the traditional alphabets, books and logic learning. ’ OPENING ADDRESS BY PRIME MINISTER GOH CHOK TONG AT THE APEC EDUCATION MINISTERS' MEETING 10/6/2020 ON THURSDAY, 6 APRIL 2000 AT 9. 00 AM AT THE STAMFORD BALLROOM, WESTIN STAMFORD 6
Introduction: context ‘Small’ but dynamic island Sing apor e 10/6/2020 7
Introduction; con. TEx. T Area 254 square miles Population 4. 24 million 10/6/2020 8
Introduction; con. TEx. T Approximately: 77% of the population are ethnic Chinese 14% are ethnic Malay 8% are ethnic Indian 10/6/2020 http: //schools. moe. edu. sg/chijpritp/harmony. htm http: //www. state. gov/g/drl/rls/irf/2003/24320. htm 9
Introduction; con. TEx. T 51% practice Buddhism, Taoism, ancestor worship associated with the ethnic Chinese population 15% of the population are Muslim 15% are Christian 4% are Hindu. Rest: Sikh, Jewish, Zoroastrian, and Jain communities. 10/6/2020 http: //www. state. gov/g/drl/rls/irf/2003/24320. htm 10
Introduction: Context Singapore is a nation built by people from many races and cultures. Living in harmony is therefore important and relevant to all Singaporeans, as it will ensure the continued peace and prosperity that we have enjoyed for many years. Unity in Diversity http: //www. moe. gov. sg/ne/coreevents/rhd. htm 10/6/2020 http: //www. mindef. gov. sg/armynews/print 0. asp? article_id=5211
A focus of the Education System Tharman SHANMUGARANAM Minister of Education Republic of Singapore “We have built an education system… (that) has equipped Singaporeans with the capacity to excel and to build a strong community. http: //www. moe. gov. sg/speeches/2005/sp 20050207. htm MINISTRY OF EDUCATION INVESTITURE CEREMONY FOR THE 2004 NATIONAL DAY AWARDS 10/6/2020 12 ON MONDAY, 7 FEB 2005 AT 3. 30 PM AT THE SUNTEC SINGAPORE INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION & EXHIBITION CENTRE
A focus of the Education System Tharman SHANMUGARANAM Minister of Education Republic of Singapore “Our schools have the responsibility of preparing the next generation of Singaporeans to secure a rewarding future, and to preserve a dynamic, closely-knit society. ” http: //www. moe. gov. sg/speeches/2005/sp 20050207. htm MINISTRY OF EDUCATION INVESTITURE CEREMONY FOR THE 2004 NATIONAL DAY AWARDS 10/6/2020 ON MONDAY, 7 FEB 2005 AT 3. 30 PM AT THE SUNTEC SINGAPORE INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION & EXHIBITION CENTRE 13
CONTEXT: National education The Rationale for National Education Learning Points for Primary pupils: ‘We want our pupils to learn to be friends with people of other races and religions and not make fun of people who are different. Our pupils should also learn that, in Singapore, people are treated equally regardless of their race and religion and they should also do the same. We can also help them to appreciate the different cultures that make up Singapore. ’ 10/6/2020 14 http: //www. moe. gov. sg/ne/coreevents/rhd. htm
Focus of the Education System http: //www. moe. gov. sg/speeches/2005/sp 20050115. htm Tharman SHANMUGARANAM Minister of Education Republic of Singapore “How do we build bridges across cultures, races, religions and nationalities, and collaborate with others to create a better world? ” TEACHERS’ INVESTITURE CEREMONY ON SATURDAY, 15 JANUARY 2005, 10 AM AT THE NANYANG AUDITORIUM, 15 NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF EDUCATION, NTU 10/6/2020
A Singapore School’s Answer: ‘Building A Bridge’ Through A Problem – Based On-Line Discussion Forum
The Singapore School: Mr. Gary Tsu Chin Sun Principal
The Singapore School: Staff: 102 teachers
A Singapore School’s Answer: Pupils: 2400 (Mega school)
Role of the Heads of Departments Mohd Paruk Heading Maths Department (Level Head IT) ØPlan, implement, monitor Maths instructional programme Ø Enable teachers to become competent in related teaching and learning processes 10/6/2020 Charleston Heading IT DEPARTMENT (HOD IT) Ø Building of Infrastructure Ø Facilitate integration of IT (ICT) into the curriculum Ø Enable pupils to become more IT savvy Ø Enable teachers to become competent in using IT for their teaching and learning processes 20
MOE’s Desired Outcomes Thinking School Learning Nation Information Technology Innovation & Enterprise Teach Less Learn More y m o n N 10/6/2020 ew o c E 21
P up i ls Primary School Leaving Exam (Results) Completing Scheme of Work (SOW) Effective Lessons : Pedagogy Mastery of Topics by Pupils Submission of Pupils’ Work for Checking Teachers’ Desired Outcomes 10/6/2020 22
MOE’s Desired Outcomes Thinking School Learning Nation Information Technology Innovation & Enterprise Teach Less Learn More Instructional Programmes (IP) Heads of Departments Merging T&L Processes HOD ( IT ) Instructional Technology P. S. L. E. Results Completing Scheme of Work (SOW) Effective Lessons : Pedagogy Mastery of Topics by Pupils Submission of Pupils’ Work for Checking Teachers’ Desired Outcomes 10/6/2020 23
MOE’s Desired Outcomes Thinking School Learning Nation Information Technology Innovation & Enterprise Teach Less Learn More Instructional Programmes (IP) Heads of Departments Merging T&L Processes HOD ( IT ) Instructional Technology P. S. L. E. Results Completing Scheme of Work (SOW) Effective Lessons : Pedagogy Mastery of Topics by Pupils Submission of Pupils’ Work for Checking Teachers’ Desired Outcomes 10/6/2020 24
IT H Des ODs ired ’ Ou tcom e MOE’s Desired Outcomes Thinking School Learning Nation Information Technology Innovation & Enterprise Teach Less Learn More IP and IT Heads of Departments P. S. L. E. Results Completing Scheme of Work (SOW) Effective Lessons : Pedagogy Mastery of Topics by Pupils Submission of Pupils’ Work for Checking Teachers’ Desired Outcomes 10/6/2020 25
Project Presentation “Enhancing Thinking Skills Through A Problem-based On-Line Discussion Forum Using Constructivist Approach” 10/6/2020 26
Preparation: Target Group: Pr 5 class of 40 pupils (10 – 11 yrs olds) Organisation: 10 groups of 4 Facilitator: Form Teacher Ms Fong Yoon Yee 10/6/2020 27
Preparation: Time Frame: Training: 4 months 2 periods (1 hour) ØAsynchronous § Use of Free Access Area and Project Room for pupils without home-access 10/6/2020 28
Main Pedagogical Theories Applied: Constructivist Approach Problem Based Learning Cooperative Learning 10/6/2020 29
Constructivist Approach ‘Constructivists emphasize the primacy of the learner's intentions, experience, and metacognitive strategies… ‘…learners attain a state of cognitive equilibrium through reconstruction of concepts, schema, mental models, and other cognitive structures in the face of new information and experience that may conflict with earlier constructions. ’ http: //www. educationau. edu. au/archives/CP/reeves. html 10/6/2020 30
Problem Based Learning (Cognitive psychologists) maintain that events and problems presented… should be designed to be intrinsically interesting, problem-oriented, and challenging. They have evidence that in response to these types of events and problems, students construct useful as opposed to inert knowledge. http: //www. educationau. edu. au/archives/CP/reeves. html 10/6/2020 31
Cooperative Learning ‘…refers to instructional methods in which learners work together in pairs or small groups to accomplish shared goals. Johnson and Johnson (1987) and Slavin (1990) present evidence that when CBE (and other instructional delivery systems) are structured to allow cooperative learning, learners benefit both instructionally and socially. ’ http: //www. educationau. edu. au/archives/CP/reeves. html 10/6/2020 32
Objectives: To Create a Learning Environment : enhances critical thinking skills and cognitive development To create a Challenging learning environment: (re)construction of their own knowledge, attitudes and mental models. Improve pupils’ communication skills 10/6/2020 33
Objectives: Expose pupils to a ‘future’ mode of communication Foster understanding and communication: racial harmony (NE) 10/6/2020 34
Pupils were given a problem-oriented scenario: Your classmate, Susan Tan is celebrating her 11 th birthday and she has decided to invite the whole class for a dinner. She had printed and given the invitation cards to everyone in the class. But she found that all the 17 of her Muslim classmates and 10 other Indian and Chinese classmates have turned down the invitation. Their parents are not allowing them to attend the dinner. Susan Tan’s father has given her $400 dollars for organising the dinner. If the overall expenditure is less than this amount, she gets to save the remaining amount. If the cost of the dinner exceeds $400, she has to use her savings to make up the difference. As you are her close friends, she has approached you all to help her resolve this situation. Your task is to find out why these classmates are not attending and to come out with a proposal that will make all the classmates attend the dinner. You should also try to keep the expenditure within the $400. 10/6/2020 35
Pupils were given a problem-oriented scenario: Invitation You are cordially invited to attend the dinner to celebrate my 11 th birthday. Restaurant’s Menu: Date: 25 th December 2004 Time: 7 pm to 12 pm Venue: Fu Chow restaurant No 6, Upper Changi Road Singapore 200654 10/6/2020 Drinks Orange juice Wine Beer Dishes White Rice Sweet Sour Pork Chilli Prawns Beef Curry Shark Fin Soup Mixed Vegetables 36
Problem Design: Authentic– ‘Real World’ Situation q Food : ‘pork’ and ‘beef’ q Drinks: ‘beer’ and ‘wine’ 10/6/2020 q Venue: Changi (from Jurong) q Date : Christmas Day q Time: 7 p. m. 37
Structure: Forum Titles § Vertical segmentation : progressive § Created at the end / saturation point of previous forum § Time spent : average 3 weeks – each forum title 10/6/2020 38
Structure: Threads Notes Branches 10/6/2020 39
Structure: ‘Forced’ to self-reflect on every thought before posting For each and every note posted 10/6/2020 40
Posting Notes: Thinking Types and Scaffoldi 10/6/2020 41
Analytical Thinking Evaluation Synthesis H igher O rder T hinking S kills Analysis Application Comprehension Knowledge 10/6/2020 42
Analytical Thinking 10/6/2020 43
Analytical Thinking 10/6/2020 44
Questioning: A ‘constructivist pedagogy’ advocates, indeed demands, persistent questioning on the part of learners, questions… especially "why? " questions…’ Evaluating What Really Matters in Computer-Based Education Dr Tom Reeves http: //www. educationau. edu. au/ 10/6/2020 45
Questioning: ‘…persistent questioning on the part of learners, …’ 10/6/2020 46
Peer Collaboration: 10/6/2020 47
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Peer Correction: Re - Construction 10/6/2020 50
Facilitator’s Role: 10/6/2020 51
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Solution: 10/6/2020 53
Data Analysis: Pupils’ Profile 10/6/2020 54
Data Analysis: Analysis of Individual Pupil’s Responses 10/6/2020 55
Reflections 10/6/2020 56
Sharing : Shuqun Pri. Sch. Reflections: 10/6/2020 57
Sharing : 10/6/2020 Shuqun Pri. Sch. 58
Relevance to Singapore’s vision of ‘Thinking Schools Learning Nation. ’ SM Goh Chok Tong: “We cannot be content with focusing on narrow aspects, like the number of “A” grades in certain examinations. Education must be much more than just academic achievement. Fundamentally, education is about nurturing the whole person, his moral, cognitive, physical, social and aesthetic development. ” http: //www. moe. gov. sg/speeches/1998/171098. htm 10/6/2020 59
An Invitation - Collaboration with US / UK / Australia schools - Through KC, E-mail, Video-conferencing - Project / Activity Design: Determined through collaboration among teacher-facilitators 10/6/2020 60
Questions ? 10/6/2020 61
Thank You For Your Time! 10/6/2020 62
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